Creamy Vegan Loaded Potato Soup
Soup and stew season calls for hearty helping of my creamy and loaded Vegan Potato Soup! Made with caramelized onions, a thick and seasoned roux, cubed potatoes, spice, and Dairy-Free cheese, all joined together for an irresistibly creamy bowl of joy. Cozy on up to a big serving of warm Potato Soup with fresh herbs, vegan bacon bits on top and pair with toasted bread for a full feast of flavor!
If you love this recipe, you may also want to try my Sweet Potato Stuffing and 6 Layer Green Dip!
COURSE: Main, Lunch, Dinner
CUISINE: American, Soul Food, Comfort Food, Southern Cooking
NUTRITIONAL FACTS: Per (2 Cups)
Calories 252g
Protein 14g
Dietary Fiber 7g
Why You Will Love This Loaded Potato Soup:
Soup season is here! Cozy up to a warm bowl of Loaded Vegan Potato Soup made with caramelized onions, a thick seasoned roux, cubed potatoes, and Dairy-Free cheese. Perfect as an appetizer, it's topped with fresh herbs, vegan bacon bits, and pairs perfectly with toasted bread for a full feast of flavor. Dig in and enjoy!
About the Ingredients:
The star of this recipe is, of course, the potatoes. While any potato can work, I recommend Russet potatoes because they are high in starch and low in moisture which makes them ideal for thick and creamy soups. Vegetable broth adds more flavor to your soup, but you can also just use water. Finally, the secret to the creaminess of our soup: coconut cream! It is thicker and has a higher fat content, which makes your soup extra scoop-able!
Vegetable Broth
Vegetable broth will make your soup heartier and enhance its flavors. It can be made from water and concentrated juices of carrots, celery, onion, cabbage, etc.
A glass jar filled with vegetable broth
Nutritional Yeast
Nutritional Yeast acts as flavoring and thickener to your soup. In addition to it being a great source of vitamins and minerals, its cheesy and nutty flavor adds to the savory taste of your soup!
Nutritional Yeast is an excellent source of
Thiamine (B1)
Riboflavin (B2)
Pyridoxine (B6)
Potassium.
Zinc.
Chili Powder
Chili powder is the go-to addition when you want to spice up your food. Although my recipe asks you to add 1tsp of chili powder, you can always add as much or as little as your heart dictates!
Coconut Cream
For a richer, more flavorful soup, don't forget to add coconut cream! However, if you don't have it available, you can also swap it for cashew cream or any other plant-based milk.
Vegan Cheddar Shreds
Adding vegan cheddar shreds is a great way to give your soup a robust burst of flavor and that rich, creamy texture!
My favorite brand for cheddar shreds is Follow Your Heart, but you can use whatever brand that is available to you.
Cubed Potatoes
Slice whole potatoes into cubes and put them in an airtight container filled with cold water. Temporarily store them in the refrigerator to prevent them from getting soggy before you add them to your soup. You can also use any potato you like!
Questions and Tips:
What equipment can I make this recipe in?
You can make this loaded potato soup recipe in a large pot with a lid or an instant-pot.
Are the extra toppings necessary?
Adding more toppings to your soup can emphasize its flavors and provide a bit more savory crunch. However, the original recipe itself tastes just as good without the extras.
What else can I serve with this soup?
Although this soup is already heartwarmingly good enough on its own, the possibilities with this soup is endless. You can pair it with sandwiches, garlic bread, different sorts of salads, baked potatoes, quesadillas, bruschetta, grilled cheese and peppers, and any other dish you want!
How long does this recipe last?
When stored in a sealed container, it can last up to 7 days in the fridge, and a month in the freezer. However, the soup can get thicker as it gets cooler in the fridge. An easy fix to this is adding a little water or vegetable broth to your soup while reheating it! You can reheat it over medium heat on a stovetop or by putting it in the microwave for a few minutes.
Will non-vegans like this?
Of course! Everybody loves a good soup in this chilly weather! Aside from this recipe being easy to cook, the richness and creamy flavor of this soup will make anyone want to immerse themselves in its comfortable warmth. Potato soups are a classic in every home during colder months, and this recipe will surely give you the cozy, comforting feeling that you'll seek time and time again.
Creamy Vegan Loaded Potato Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Facts
Fiber
7 gCalories
252Protein
14 g
