Vegan creamy potato soup is a delicious and comforting dish that’s perfect for a chilly day. This recipe uses plant-based ingredients to create a creamy texture without dairy products. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups of potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any other unsweetened plant-based milk)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (optional, for added flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the  Vegetables: In a large  soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.
  2. Add Potatoes, Carrots, and Celery: Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and celery to the pot. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.
  3. Season and Cook: Add the dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir again to evenly distribute the seasonings. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add Vegetable Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring that all the vegetables are submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Simmer: Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  6. Blend: Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until it’s smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender, but be very cautious as hot liquids can splatter. Blend until smooth and return the soup to the pot.
  7. Add Plant-Based Milk: Stir in the unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast if using. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to heat through and let the flavors meld.
  8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Serve: Ladle the vegan creamy potato soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and comforting vegan creamy potato soup! You can also customize it by adding toppings like vegan bacon bits, vegan cheese, or a dollop of dairy-free sour cream.