Description
This Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Soup is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring a rich, velvety broth enhanced with plant-based cream and fresh tomatoes. Perfect for cozy nights, it combines natural, wholesome flavors with a luscious, smooth texture, making it a satisfying meal for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream
Others
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: Start by finely chopping the onion and mincing the garlic. Wash and chop the fresh tomatoes into manageable chunks. These preparations enhance aroma and ensure even cooking inside your slow cooker.
- Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place the chopped tomatoes, onions, garlic, vegetable broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Add a small amount of natural gelling agent to give the soup its silky texture.
- Slow Cook for Rich Flavor Development: Set the slow cooker to low and cook the mixture for 6 to 8 hours. This long, slow cooking melds all the flavors perfectly while softening the tomatoes and onions to create a luscious base.
- Blend and Add Plant-Based Cream: Once cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup carefully until smooth. Stir in the plant-based cream and fresh basil leaves. Continue cooking for a few more minutes to warm the cream without boiling.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt, pepper, or herbs as needed to ensure perfect balance for your palate.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Add plant-based cream at the end to maintain smooth texture.
- Blend thoroughly for a silky, luxurious texture.
- Cook slowly on low to avoid burning and to meld flavors.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to retain their bright aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tomato soup, slow cooker, plant-based cream, creamy tomato soup, vegetarian soup, gluten free soup, comfort food