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Vegetable Coconut Curry Soup (vegan, paleo)

Hearty Vegetable Coconut Curry Soup with aromatic curry coconut milk broth. This easy vegan, whole30 and paleo-friendly soup recipe comes together in just over 30 minutes.

Make it using your favorite vegetables and/or add in some animal protein to change it up over and over!

Coconut Curry Soup with Vegetables - vegan, paleo, whole30, healthy soup recipe

If I were a soup, I’d like to believe I’d be this one.

Packed with a variety of veggies and a warmly spiced creamy coconut milk broth to really please the belly and soul, this is one of my favorite soups to put on repeat!

Because my love for Thai curry knows no bounds, I can absolutely make this any time of the year. 

Sometimes, I’ll even serve it up with rice as though it is an actual curry.

Or add chicken.

And change up the vegetables.

Maybe toss in some rice noodles.

Options are endless here, folks!

This coconut curry soup recipe was inspired by the prepared soup bar at Whole Foods. I had been eating their coconut vegetable soup for years, and decided I just had to re-create it at home.

I changed it up a hair, but I am pretty satisfied with the result! If you’re one of those individuals who loves curry so much you could just drink it (like me), this soup is for you!

Thai Curry Vegetable Soup - vegetable loaded soup with coconut milk broth and curry seasoning - paleo, vegetarian, vegan, whole30 and delicious

In keeping with the simple and healthy theme we’ve got going on, this soup requires just one pot and a little over 30 minutes of time from start to finish.

Because we’re keeping things ultra simple, I use yellow curry powder in the soup, but if you prefer using your own blend of spices rather than store-bought curry powder, you can do so, or make Perry’s Plate’s Homemade Curry Powder recipe.

You can also use yellow curry paste or green curry paste or red curry paste.

I do recommend using a quality store-bought curry powder to ensure you achieve authentic, delicious flavor.

How to Make Coconut Curry Soup:

Heat the coconut oil in a large stock pot (I use my Dutch Oven) over medium-high heat. Add the yellow onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes.
 
Add the garlic, ginger, cauliflower, curry powder, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until very fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
 
Add the peppers and carrots. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened but are still slightly al dente, about 5 to 8 minutes.
 
Pour in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, lime juice, and pure maple syrup (if adding). Cover and heat to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue cooking, covered, until vegetables have reached desired done-ness, about 5 to 10 minutes.
 
Taste the soup for flavor. Add more sea salt, lime juice, and/or red pepper flakes to taste. Serve with fresh green onion.

Recipe Adaptations:

  • For Whole30, omit the pure maple syrup.
  • To keep this soup mild, simply omit the red pepper flakes. The baby peppers are sweet and mild, so no need to shy away. If you’re looking to ramp up the spice level, you can add more red pepper flakes, and/or 1 to 3 Thai chilies.
  • This soup can easily be adapted using any of your favorite seasonal vegetables. Try green beans, tomato, bok choy, fennel, lemongrass, 
  • Add potato, rice, quinoa, and/or garbanzo beans to make the soup more substantial.
  • For a well-rounded carnivorous meal, add 1 chopped chicken breast just before bringing the whole soup to a boil (the chicken should cook in 8 to 10 minutes).
  • Fresh turmeric is a great addition to bring a detox element to this soup. Add a small amount to start!
  • Add more coconut milk and less broth for a thicker, even creamier soup.
Coconut Curry Vegetable Soup - Thai soup with curry and vegetables is an easy clean meal - paleo, whole30, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free

For maximum flavor, I recommend making this soup ahead of time and letting it sit overnight to allow the flavors to infuse. The longer you wait, the more flavorful the soup will be!

Thinking you could put this easy Thai soup recipe on repeat? Also check out my 30-Minute Thai Curry Noodles and my Green Curry Thai Noodle Soup!

More Healthy Soup Recipes:

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Coconut Curry Soup with Vegetables - vegan, paleo, whole30, healthy soup recipe
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Coconut Curry Soup

Coconut curry soup packed with vegetables is a flavorful vegan meal for those who love Thai curry. Mix it up with your favorite vegetables to customize it to your heart's delight. Feel free to add a can of beans or animal protein to make the soup more substantial.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Soups, Stews, & Chilies
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 to 4 servings
Calories: 419kcal
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil or avocado oil
  • ½ medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 6 sweet baby peppers cored and chopped*
  • 2 large carrots peeled and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger peeled and grated
  • ½ medium head cauliflower chopped into florets
  • 2 Tbsp yellow curry powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt to taste
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth see note**
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp pure maple syrup see note***
  • 1 bunch green onion chopped (for serving)

Instructions

  • Heat the coconut oil in a large stock pot (I use my Dutch Oven) over medium-high heat. Add the yellow onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, cauliflower, curry powder, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the peppers and carrots, cover, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened but are still slightly al dente, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, lime juice, and pure maple syrup. Cover and heat to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue cooking, covered, until vegetables have reached desired done-ness, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Taste the soup for flavor. Add more sea salt, lime juice, and/or red pepper flakes to taste. Serve with fresh green onion.

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Notes

*Replace the mini sweet peppers with one bell pepper (color of choice).
**You can also use chicken broth
***Omit pure maple syrup to make this Whole30-compliant

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 33g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g

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Sandra

Saturday 14th of October 2023

Followed to a T but mine had a bitter aftertaste. Suggestions to balance that out??

Julia

Monday 16th of October 2023

Hi Sandra, could the bitter aftertaste be from the lime juice? Or perhaps the ginger? If you're able to pinpoint which ingredient you're tasting I would say maybe just omit it and don't make any other changes. Hope that helps! xo

Hayley I

Monday 24th of April 2023

Made this as per original recipe in the slow cooker and added potato too, it was delicious and the fussy kids even liked it! Beautiful, clean recipe thanks!!!

Julia

Monday 24th of April 2023

Aww I love hearing that! I haven't tried making it in the slow cooker yet but now I must! Thanks for sharing your experience! xo

Jennifer

Monday 22nd of August 2022

This soup is really good. Next time I will double it. I did add 3 extra things at the very end (zucchini, rinsed can of chickpeas, and cilantro)

Julia

Wednesday 24th of August 2022

OOh, I love that, and I'll have to try the same thing! Sounds so delicious! Enjoy! xoxox

senorenapeepers

Monday 20th of June 2022

I'm going to make you and drink you now. Thank you for your inspiration to use more curry.

Julia

Wednesday 22nd of June 2022

Enjoy!! xo

Fiona Walker

Sunday 20th of February 2022

This recipe is sooooooo good and can't stop eating it. :-)

Julia

Sunday 20th of February 2022

I'm happy you enjoy it, Fiona! I find it very enticing, too!! xoxox

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