Coconut Curry Soup

Coconut Curry Soup is a rich and flavorful vegan delight, combining the creamy goodness of coconut milk with aromatic spices for a comforting experience. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is both nourishing and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Red onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Spinach - 100 g, fresh
• Curry powder - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the sliced carrot and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the curry powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder, stirring well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then cover and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Stir in the fresh spinach and lime juice, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from spices like turmeric and ginger.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, promoting heart health.

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