Dairy-Free Lemon Rice Soup
Bright, refreshing, and completely dairy-free, this Lemon Rice Soup is a comforting twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for any season. Infused with tangy lemon juice, aromatic herbs like thyme and fresh dill, and a rich creaminess from full-fat coconut milk, this recipe creates a vibrant balance of flavors in every spoonful. The long-grain white rice gives it a hearty texture while the vegetable broth keeps it light and nourishing. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, this one-pot meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you're following a dairy-free diet or simply craving a zesty, satisfying soup, this Lemon Rice Soup is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat with the oil and onion mixture.
Pour in the vegetable broth, followed by the juice of two lemons.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in the coconut milk.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, then continue to simmer for another 5 minutes until the soup is creamy and heated through.
Stir in freshly chopped dill just before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.7 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5766 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 327 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3697 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
