Tomato Soup with Caramelized Onions
A creamy, flavorful Vegan Tomato Soup enriched with golden caramelized onions, simmered with herbs and blended into a velvety, soul-warming masterpiece.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 6 large ripe tomatoes chopped
- 2 onions thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup coconut milk or cashew cream
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
For Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once golden and caramelized, add garlic and cook for one minute.
- Stir in tomatoes, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 10 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in coconut milk and maple syrup.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and olive oil.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 240
- Total Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 45%
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Iron: 9%
- Calcium: 6%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Caramelize onions low and slow — patience equals flavor magic.
- Roast the tomatoes beforehand for extra depth.
- Add red chili flakes if you like a little attitude in your soup.
- Top with vegan croutons or drizzle vegan cream for elegance.
- This soup tastes even better the next day — like all good comebacks.