Creamy Vegetable Tomato Soup

Recipe

I love soups because I grew up eating them every day. My family, however, is not quite as enthusiastic—except when it comes to tomato soup. It’s the one soup everyone agrees on! So I created this recipe for a tomato soup that’s packed with vegetables, creamy, and hearty enough for lunch or even a light dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 1 small white onion, chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped

  • 1 large carrot, chopped

  • 1 small red or orange bell pepper, chopped

  • 4–5 shiitake or white mushrooms (or 1 small portobello), chopped

  • 2 Tbsp ghee or extra virgin olive oil (or a combination of both)

  • 1 (28 oz) jar or can of whole tomatoes

  • 4 cups of your favorite broth

  • 3 Tbsp goat cheese (chèvre-style)

  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tsp dried basil (or fresh if available)

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional add-ins for serving:

  • Cooked cannellini beans

  • Tortellini pasta

  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Method:

Heat the oil or ghee in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, until fragrant.

  1. Stir in the carrots, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. Pour in the broth and add the tomatoes, basil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. Remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.

  4. Add the goat cheese and chopped parsley, then blend everything until smooth using an immersion blender (or transfer carefully to a regular blender).

  5. Return the soup to the stove and warm it to your desired temperature. Add more broth or water if needed.

  6. Serve as is, or make it more filling by adding cannellini beans or cooked tortellini. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a slice of crusty sourdough bread.

Health facts:

  • Rich in vitamins: A, C, K, E, B3, B6, B9

  • Good source of minerals: potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium, zinc, phosphorus, selenium

  • Contains antioxidants: beta-carotene, polyphenols, flavonoids, vit, C

  • High in dietary fiber – supports healthy digestion and long-lasting fullness

  • Good source of plant-based protein – especially when prepared with beans

  • Low glycemic index – promotes steady blood sugar levels

  • Naturally gluten-free and plant-based