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Thai Coconut, Broccoli and Coriander Soup

This Thai coconut, broccoli and coriander soup is a vibrant vegan dish that brings a taste of Southeast Asia to your kitchen. The recipe combines the punchy heat of shop-bought green curry paste with creamy coconut milk, creating a silky base for nutrient-rich broccoli and fresh greens. It is an ideal choice for a light lunch or a restorative midweek dinner, offering a beautiful balance of savoury depth and herbal freshness.

Packed with vitamins from the baby spinach and broccoli, this healthy soup is as nourishing as it is flavourful. The addition of crispy shallots and shredded spring onions provides a satisfying textural contrast to the smooth, blended base. Serve it alongside warm crusty bread or simply enjoy it as a fragrant, low-calorie meal that is ready in less than twenty minutes.

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Ingredients for Thai Coconut, Broccoli and Coriander Soup

  • 80ml store-bought green curry paste

  • 1 (375g) can coconut milk

  • 725ml water

  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper

  • 450g broccoli florets, chopped

  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves, plus more to serve

  • 2 cups coriander leaves

  • 2 spring onions, shredded

  • Store-bought crispy shallots or onions, to serve

How to make Thai Coconut, Broccoli and Coriander Soup

Place the curry paste in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the coconut milk, water, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli, cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the broccoli is tender. Remove from the heat and add the spinach leaves and half the coriander.

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Divide among serving bowls and top with the extra spinach, remaining coriander, spring onions and shallots.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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