Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Bright, velvety, and deeply comforting — this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a timeless classic with a vegan twist.

Juicy fire-roasted tomatoes simmer with fragrant garlic and sweet basil, then get pureed into a dreamy, silky bowl of warmth that feels like a hug on a chilly day.

A touch of vegan cream cheese and zesty lemon brighten every spoonful, while hints of red pepper flakes add a whisper of warmth.

Whether you serve it alongside a crisp vegan grilled cheese or enjoy it as a soul-soothing meal on its own, this soup turns simple pantry ingredients into something truly special.

Cozy, rich, and endlessly satisfying — it's vegan comfort food at its finest. 

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil (minced)
  • 28 ounces can of diced tomatoes (fire roasted or plain)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flake
  • 4 ounces vegan cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups non-dairy milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
  1. 1

    Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Then, add the garlic and sauté for another minute.

     

  3. 3

    Next, add the basil, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes and bring the soup to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

     

  5. 5

    Add the cream cheese and stir until it melts, then remove the pot from the heat.

     

  6. 6

    Using an Immersion Hand Blender, mix until smooth.

    If you don't have an immersion hand blender, allow the soup to cool slightly, then ladle the mixture into a blender. Be careful - the mixture will be hot! Remove the center part of the lid to allow the steam to escape. Cover the opening with a clean towel and blend until the mixture is smooth. Return the soup mixture to the pan.

     

  7. 7

    Over medium heat, stir in the lemon juice, milk, salt, and freshly ground white (or black) pepper. 

  8. 8

    Stirring continuously until the soup comes to a simmer - about 2 to 3 minutes more.

    Remove from the heat and serve. Garnish with extra basil or croutons if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 186kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.6g15%
Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Sodium 520mg22%
Potassium 640mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g17%
Sugars 11g
Protein 4.3g9%
Vitamin A 4200 IU
Vitamin C 34 mg
Calcium 68 mg
Iron 2.3 mg
Vitamin E 1.9 IU
Vitamin K 24 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Folate 62 mcg
Magnesium 40 mg
Zinc 0.6 mg
Selenium 2.5 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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