03/11/2026
Creamy Fonio Vegetable Soup
Healthy eating made simple.
This creamy fonio vegetable soup is rich, nutritious, and naturally gluten-free. Fonio cooks in minutes and absorbs delicious flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
• 1/2 cup fonio
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small carrot, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup coconut milk or cream
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the fonio:
In a small pot, bring the broth to a boil. Add fonio, reduce heat, cover, and cook for about 3–5 minutes until fluffy. Set aside.
2. Prepare the vegetables:
In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add vegetables:
Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and carrots. Cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Combine:
Stir in the cooked fonio, paprika, and coconut milk. Simmer for 3 minutes until creamy.
5. Season and serve:
Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
✨ Healthy | Gluten-Free | High in nutrients
