Creamy Tomato Soup has a flavorful rich base that is chock full of blended fresh veggies and perfect seasonings. Potato chunks are added for texture and hardiness. It’s one filling vegan tomato soup recipe that will fuel your tank.
This thick and healthy soup will warm you from the inside out. Just what you want on chilly days—a bone warming bowl of comforting goodness!
It is also quick to put together. The vegetable base just simmers on the stove while incredible flavors build-up and blend together.
You can make this satisfying dish anytime you want and it’s just as delicious the second day as the first.
Potato Tomato Soup is healthy, tasty, and filling all at the same time.
You can enjoy it on its own as a full meal by just adding a salad or a crusty bread. Or both!
Potato Tomato Soup could also be paired with smaller sides such as the Chipotle Scones, Spicy Tortilla Rollups, or a lovely winter salad such as this Massaged Kale Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing.
Life is good!
The Potatoes in the Tomato Potato Soup
I think potatoes are the ultimate healthy comfort food. They’re nutritious filling and delicious. They also make this dish incredibly satisfying.
Not all potatoes are created equal though. At least not for this recipe.
The creamy roux base will make this soup deliciously thick and creamy. So when you blend everything at the end and add the cooked potato chunks, they preferably should still have some bite to them.
Trust me on this. You want that contrast in texture and not have the potatoes entirely fall apart.
For this recipe, we are going for the ones that are not too starchy. I love Yukon Golds because they are somewhat of an all-purpose potato—somewhere in between waxy and starchy.
So as long as you don't overcook them, they work perfectly in this soup.
Some other great varieties that are less starchy are all red-skinned potatoes, fingerlings, or the beautiful Purple Majesty.
Creamy Tomato Soup Ingredients
- Non-dairy butter - is the base to make the roux which will make the soup thicker.
- White onion - this vegetable lays the groundwork for a great tasting base for the soup.
- Carrot - adds a lovely sweet contrast with the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Garlic - when sauteed for a couple of minutes, it releases its pleasant mild pungent aroma, adding incredible flavor.
- Flour - is added to make the roux for thickening.
- Vegetable broth - is the flavorful liquid base.
- Water - is added for enough liquid.
- Tomato paste - adds the best deep rich and concentrated tomato flavor.
- Whole tomatoes - add a naturally sweet taste and a beautiful color. I use one large can for ease. If you happen to have fresh, then measure out the amount that you need.
- Dried basil - is added for a more potent flavor.
- Potatoes - add a comforting bite to ground the soup with texture.
- Coconut milk - adds a delicious creaminess and silky texture.
- Salt and ground black pepper - for the final seasoning.
How To Make this Vegan Tomato Soup Recipe
- Heat the vegan butter in a large soup pot.
- Add the onion and carrot and saute for about 8-10 minutes. Until the onion looks translucent.
- Add the garlic and saute a couple more minutes.
- Add the flour and stir and cook to make a roux. It will take about 3 minutes to cook the flour taste out of the mixture.
- Pour in the broth, water, tomato paste, and tomatoes.
- Stir to make sure the roux is all mixed into the liquid. Add the basil.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes. Stir a couple of times to make sure it is not sticking.
- While this is cooking cover the potato pieces with water in a separate saucepan.
- Bring to boil and then lower and cook about 12 to 15 minutes, until tender but not overly cooked.
- Drain and set aside.
- When the tomato mixture is done remove from heat and let cool.
- Now you need to blend the soup. You can either use an immersion blender until it is completely smooth or use a blender. Blend in batches until the soup is smooth.
- Return the tomato soup to the pot by pouring it through a sieve.
- Add the cooked potato chunks.
- Reheat the soup and add the coconut milk, potato chunks, salt, and pepper. Do not bring to a boil, just heat through on medium-high heat.
Taste to see if you need more salt or pepper. They can always add a little to the table.
Of course, you can enjoy this recipe at any time of the year. But if you are looking to warm up on colder days, then this soup fits the bill. And what a great tasting one at that.
Creamy Tomato Soup is also incredibly nourishing with all the veggies—a healthy boost of tons of vitamins and minerals. You’ve got to love that!
More Hearty and Creamy Soups with a Tomato Base
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Creamy Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons non-dairy butter - you use this much for the roux to help make the soup thicker.
- 1/2 cup white onion, diced
- 1/2 cup carrot - diced
- 3 cloves garlic - finely diced
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 32 ounces vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 28 ounces whole tomatoes - large can
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup potatoes - yukon gold, peeled and cut bite size chunks
- 1 cup from a can of full fat coconut milk usually about 17 to 22% fat
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the vegan butter in a large soup pot. Add the onion and carrot and saute for about 8-10 minutes. Until the onion looks translucent.
- Add the garlic and saute a couple more minutes.
- Add the flour and stir and cook to make a roux. It will take about 3 minutes to cook the flour taste out of the mixture.
- Pour in the broth, water, tomato paste and tomatoes. Stir to make sure the roux is all mixed into the liquid. Add the basil.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes. Stir a couple of times to make sure it is not sticking.
- White this is cooking cover the potato pieces with water in a separate saucepan.
- Bring to boil and then lower and cook about 12 to 15 minutes, until tender but not overly cooked. Drain and set aside.
- When the tomato mixture is done remove from heat and let cool.
- Now you need to blend the soup. You can either use and immersion blender until it is completely smooth or use a blender. Blend in batches until the soup is smooth.
- Return the tomato soup to the pot by pouring it through a sieve.
- Reheat the soup and add the coconut milk, potatoes, salt and pepper. Do not bring to a boil just heat through on medium-high.
- Taste to see if you need more salt or pepper. They can always add a little at the table.
Notes
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Ginny McMeans
Ahh, that's wonderful Janet! Having a meal to be good the second day is always a good thing. Thanks!
Janet K
This was just delicious! It was even better the next day. Only change I would make is double the potato (cause I like them). Thanks!
Ginny McMeans
You really could switch to any of your dairy free milk Linda. Maybe just add 1/2 cup to start with at the very end to see how thick it is and add more if you'd like.
Linda
If trying to cut back on calories and fat, could something be substituted for the coconut milk? ( I bet it gives it an awesome flavor though)
Ginny McMeans
Thanks for the heads up Linda. It's 3 cloves garlic and I added it to the recipe card.
Linda
How much garlic? I don't see it in the ingredient list.
Dahn
this just sounds amazing, I love soup. I eat it all year long but really cherish it in the Fall and Winter. I could make a double batch of this and keep a stash in my freezer.
cookilicious
Comfort food at its best!! I have never clubbed tomatoes with potatoes in a soup and now I am wondering why! This is such a marvelous idea! Love this soup.
Amy @ The Cook Report
Tomato soup is always super comforting, I love the addition of potato
Kate | Veggie Desserts
I love the thought of the potato making this soup richer, thicker and delicious!
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert
What a great combination! I've never added potato to tomato soup but can't wait to try it! Bring on the fall soups - I love this time of year!
Ginny McMeans
That is great Colleen and thanks!
Colleen (Souffle Bombay)
I've never come across this combination before, it does look delicious!
Ginny McMeans
It would be great for after working outside in the chilly weather. I am thinking vitamins/medicines would be great to haul on trips too.
Ginny McMeans
It was so filling Rose. Yes, the soup food storage container is super handy.
Ginny McMeans
Thanks so much Ceara!
Kim Beaulieu
Okay this soup is amazing and I could see slurping it to warm up after coming home from the barn.
I cannot believe that all fit in the container. That's crazy town, I need one of those bad boys.
Rose | The Clean Dish
I seriously need to make this soup - like, now! This is pure comfort. These Rubbermaid products look super practical, too!
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen
This soup looks so incredibly comforting Ginny!
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen
That's a nice little kit, I need to pick a couple of those up! And you know what? I'd rather warm up with a bowl of soup than in a hot tub. No joke. This looks delicious, love the potato-tomato combo.
Ginny McMeans
Thanks so much Martha!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen
Rubbermaid has some great products, and this is surly one of them. Congratulations on your new cookbook. It looks amazing, as does this soup. Very creamy and comforting!
Martha @ A Family Feast
Such a perfect soup to warm up this winter! Looks delicious!
Ginny McMeans
Yes Karyn! The leftovers are so good. π
Ginny McMeans
Hahaha Lauren - me too! π
Ginny McMeans
Haha Brenda. You should see me pack a dishwasher. π
Karyn
That soup sound like a great way to warm up after a day out in the snow! I bet hubby would love the leftovers for lunch the next day as well!
Lauren Kelly Nutrition
Oh boy I wish this was my dinner tonight!
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I did not think you could fit as much as you did in that box! Love this soup for a cold winter day!
Ginny McMeans
I know what you mean! π
Ginny McMeans
Hahaha Trinity! I wish I still had some π
The Food Hunter
great idea for the electrical cords. I would need at least 5 of them.
Ginny McMeans
They really are cool. I use it for medications/vitamins for longer road trips too. Thanks Ashley.
Trinity Bourne
That sounds like it would hit the spot, right about now γ Delicious!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
Wow I need to look for these Rubbermaid kits - they sound so useful!! Love this soup - soup is my way of warming up in the winter, too π
Becky
This soup looks amazing! I'm intrigued by those containers, too. I'll have to keep an eye out for them.
Ginny McMeans
Thanks so much Becky! They really are handy.
Ginny McMeans
Thanks Jenn! I love homemade croutons too π
Jenn
That soup looks so cozy and perfect!! And those croutons!!!