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Creamy Vegetable Soup With a Twist | Vegetable Soup Recipes

Some days, all I want is a warm bowl of something creamy, comforting, and colorful—and this creamy vegetable soup hits the mark every time. It’s thick and hearty without being heavy, like a cozy sweater for your taste buds. Loaded with tender veggies, this recipe feels like something Grandma would've made if she had a blender and a thing for coconut milk. This soup starts with a classic trio—onion, carrot, and celery—and then takes a silky turn with potatoes and zucchini. We skip the dairy here, but trust me, the blend of veggies and coconut milk makes it lush and velvety enough to spoon straight from the pot. No judgment if you do. Whether you're craving something like creamy chicken soup or leaning into healthy vegetable soup recipes, this one fits the bill. It’s quick, filling, and has just enough depth to taste like it simmered for hours—even though it didn’t. A perfect bowl for anyone who loves creamy soup recipes easy enough for a Tuesday night.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Soup, Creamy Onion Soup, creamy potato soup, Creamy Soup Recipes Easy, Healthy Vegetable Soup Recipes, Vegetable Soup Recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and turmeric. Let the spices bloom for a minute.
  3. Add potatoes and zucchini. Cook for another 2 minutes, just to get everything coated and cozy.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until veggies are tender.
  5. Turn off the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup right in the pot until smooth. Or leave it chunky—your soup, your rules.
  6. Stir in the coconut milk and let it warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Serve hot with a sprinkle of parsley, or crusty bread if you’re feeling extra.