Vegan Crab Bisque
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Vegan Crab Bisque, a seafood-inspired soup that’s completely plant-based and brimming with bold flavors. Crafted with tender hearts of palm to mimic the texture of crab, this bisque is enriched with creamy coconut milk, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of Old Bay seasoning and smoked paprika to bring depth and complexity. Nori sheets infuse a subtle ocean-inspired flair, while fresh dill adds a refreshing, herbaceous finish. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests with a unique twist on classic crab bisque, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a light side salad. Dive into this hearty and satisfying bowl of warmth today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 ounces hearts of palm, chopped
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 nori sheets, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Add the chopped hearts of palm, crumbled nori sheets, and tomato paste. Stir to combine and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine all ingredients well.
Add the old bay seasoning, smoked paprika, lemon juice, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let cook for about 20 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until smooth, then return to the pot.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or a splash of lemon juice as preferred.
Serve the bisque hot, garnished with freshly chopped dill for a burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5700 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.3 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2325 mg | 49% | |
*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.
