Dairy Free Cheesy Vegetable Soup.

This easy dairy free cheesy vegetable soup is sure to warm you up on a chilly winter day! This family friendly soup is full of veggies and flavor!

What do you crave in the cold winter months? Comfort food, right?

Cheesy, creamy, tasty recipes that will warm you up and keep you full.

It’s been a long time since I’ve had a cheese based soup, so I thought I would try to make it with dairy free substitutions. This dairy free cheesy vegetable soup turned out to be very tasty! And it’s so incredibly simple, plus it’s a fast and easy recipe that’s perfect for busy weeks.

If you don’t need to be dairy free, you can go ahead and make this cheesy vegetable soup with regular cheese and regular milk. It will still be delicious.

What should I serve with dairy free cheesy vegetable soup?

You can serve a crunchy green salad, easy corn muffins, or vegan stuffed mushrooms to round out this meal.

What dairy free milk works best for soup recipes?

I think a neutral tasting milk is best. I like So Delicious unsweetened coconut milk. You could try unsweetened rice milk or flax milk if you like. If you don’t have allergies, almond or soy milk would also work.

What dairy free cheese tastes the most like real cheese?

Everyone has different tastes, so I can’t tell you which dairy free cheese you will like best. Daiya cheddar shreds work really well in this recipe. Try a few varieties of vegan cheese and see which one works for you! Make sure to read the label to find a variety that is safe for your dietary needs.

This post has lots of information and reviews on various vegan cheeses.

Should I use fresh vegetables or frozen vegetables in soup recipes?

You can use either in this recipe! If you are short on time, frozen vegetables are a good option because they are already cleaned and chopped.

If you make the rice ahead of time, this soup can be made in just 15 minutes. How’s that for a speedy meal?

Another quick and easy soup recipe is this white bean potato soup – so delicious!

There are so many ways to make comfort food without dairy or gluten. View a few of the recipes in the video below:

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Dairy Free Cheesy Vegetable Soup.

This dairy free cheesy vegetable soup is the perfect way to warm up on a freezing winter's day. Gluten free and allergy friendly soup recipe. 

Course Soup

Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.

Keyword dairy free cheesy vegetable soup, vegan cheesy soup recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 476 kcal

Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

• 1 small onion chopped
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 ½ cups Daiya cheddar shreds
• 4 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk I used SO Delicious brand
• 2 cups cooked rice I used Jasmine rice, you could use any white or brown rice
• 16 ounces frozen California vegetable medley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

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Instructions

1. Place the chopped onion and olive oil in a large pot and cook over medium heat for about 5-4 minutes, until translucent.
2. Add the unsweetened coconut milk and Daiya cheddar shreds. Stir until melted and smooth.
3. Add the cooked rice, frozen vegetables, garlic powder, and sea salt. Cook until heated through, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Season with more salt and pepper if desired. Serve with a salad or crackers.

Recipe Notes

Store leftover soup in the refrigerator. It should be good for 4-5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Dairy Free Cheesy Vegetable Soup.

Amount Per Serving

Calories 476 Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Sodium 1159mg50%

Potassium 317mg9%

Carbohydrates 79g26%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 13g14%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 5760IU115%

Vitamin C 13.9mg17%

Calcium 100mg10%

Iron 1.8mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This easy dairy free cheesy vegetable soup is:

• suitable for vegans
• gluten free and top 8 allergen free
• so comforting and satisfying
• perfect for an easy dinner or lunch

This post was originally published in December 2015.