Vegan Tom Yum Soup with Chicken
Indulge in the bold, tangy flavors of Vegan Tom Yum Soup with Chicken, a plant-based twist on a classic Thai favorite. This vibrant soup is a harmony of fragrant lemongrass, zesty lime leaves, warm galangal, and spicy Thai red chilies simmered in a rich vegetable broth. Tender vegan chicken strips, earthy mushrooms, and juicy cherry tomatoes enhance the broth’s hearty texture, while coconut milk adds a luscious creaminess. Topped with a fresh garnish of cilantro and green onions, this vegan-friendly recipe delivers an explosion of umami and a perfectly balanced medley of spicy, sour, and savory flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this soup is the ultimate comfort food for those craving a restaurant-style dish that’s nutritious, satisfying, and 100% plant-based. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a standout starter, this easy vegan Tom Yum Soup is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 lemongrass stalks
- 1 inch piece galangal (or ginger)
- 4 lime leaves
- 3 Thai red chili peppers
- 8 ounces vegan chicken strips
- 1 cup button mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tom yum paste (vegan-friendly)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 lime (juice only)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the lemongrass by trimming the ends and removing the outer layers. Lightly crush the stalks with the back of a knife and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and thinly slice the galangal or ginger.
In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, and chili peppers to the broth. Let them simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors into the soup.
Add the vegan chicken strips, sliced mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes or until the vegetables and vegan chicken are tender.
Stir in the soy sauce, tom yum paste, coconut milk, lime juice, sugar, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the lemongrass stalks and lime leaves before serving.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7486 mg | 325% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.2 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.2 g | ||
| Protein | 84.2 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 506 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 5784 mg | 123% | |
*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.
