Vegan Winter Melon Soup
Warm up your winter nights with this nourishing Vegan Winter Melon Soup, a delightful medley of wholesome ingredients and rich flavors. Featuring tender cubes of winter melon, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and vibrant carrots, this plant-based recipe is infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onions for a comforting yet refreshing broth. The soup is simmered to perfection in vegetable stock and seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of white pepper to achieve a balanced savory taste. Perfect for cozy dinners, this gluten-free dish is easy to prepare, offering a quick 40-minute cook from start to finish. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions for an inviting presentation. Whether served with crusty bread or as an appetizer, this Vegan Winter Melon Soup is a must-try addition to your cold-weather menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams winter melon (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
- 150 grams shiitake mushrooms (fresh or rehydrated, sliced)
- 1 medium carrots (peeled and sliced into rounds)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 stalks green onions (white and green parts separated, chopped)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the winter melon by peeling the thick green skin, removing the seeds, and cutting it into 2 cm cubes. Set aside.
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the toasted sesame oil.
Add the minced garlic, sliced ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and are slightly browned.
Add the cubed winter melon, sliced carrots, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the winter melon becomes translucent and tender.
Season the soup with soy sauce, salt, and white pepper. Stir well and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and ladle the soup into serving bowls. Garnish with the chopped green onion tops and cilantro leaves, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Vegan Winter Melon Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1592 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*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.
