Soup Maker Tomato Soup Recipe
Introduction
This vibrant and comforting tomato soup recipe is made effortlessly in a soup maker. Using fresh tomatoes and simple vegetables, it delivers a smooth, flavorful soup perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 500g ripe tomatoes, off the vine and quartered or halved
- 1 small onion, chopped
- ½ small carrot, chopped
- ½ celery stick, chopped
- 1 tsp tomato purée
- Pinch of sugar
- 450ml vegetable stock
Instructions
- Step 1: Place all the ingredients into the soup maker, making sure not to exceed the maximum fill line.
- Step 2: Select and start the ‘smooth soup’ function on your soup maker. Wait until the cycle is complete.
- Step 3: When finished, season the soup well with salt and pepper. Taste and add a little more sugar, salt, or tomato purée if you prefer a deeper sweetness or richer color.
- Step 4: Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a swirl of cream if desired.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, roast the tomatoes and vegetables briefly before adding to the soup maker.
- Add a splash of cream or coconut milk after blending for a creamier texture.
- Fresh basil or thyme can be blended in or used as a garnish to enhance the taste.
- If you don’t have a soup maker, cook the vegetables in a pot with the stock, then blend until smooth.
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. Tomato soup can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, canned tomatoes (about 400g) can be used if fresh tomatoes aren’t available. The soup may be slightly less fresh-tasting but will still be delicious.
What if I don’t have a soup maker?
You can cook the chopped ingredients in a saucepan with the vegetable stock until soft, then blend until smooth using a hand blender or regular blender.
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Soup Maker Tomato Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A vibrant and smooth tomato soup made effortlessly using a soup maker. This recipe combines fresh ripe tomatoes with aromatic vegetables and a touch of tomato purée, resulting in a delicious, comforting, and easy-to-make soup that’s perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 500g ripe tomatoes, off the vine and quartered or halved
- 1 small onion, chopped
- ½ small carrot, chopped
- ½ celery stick, chopped
Others
- 1 tsp tomato purée
- Pinch of sugar
- 450ml vegetable stock
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and quarter or halve the ripe tomatoes. Chop the onion, carrot, and celery into small pieces to ensure they blend smoothly.
- Add to soup maker: Place all prepared vegetables, tomato purée, a pinch of sugar, and the vegetable stock into the soup maker. Ensure the amount does not exceed the maximum fill line specified by your soup maker model.
- Start the soup maker: Select and press the ‘smooth soup’ function on your soup maker. The appliance will cook and blend the ingredients automatically, usually taking around 20-25 minutes depending on your machine.
- Season and adjust: Once the cycle completes, open the lid and season the soup well with salt and additional sugar if needed to taste. Add more tomato purée for deeper color and enhanced tomato flavor if desired.
- Serve: Serve the smooth tomato soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a swirl of cream if you like.
Notes
- Do not overfill your soup maker beyond the maximum fill line to avoid spillage.
- Adjust sugar and salt according to your taste and the sweetness of the tomatoes used.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a small clove of garlic or some fresh herbs such as basil before blending.
- If you want a chunkier texture, use the chunky soup function if available or blend for less time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: tomato soup, smooth tomato soup, soup maker recipe, easy tomato soup, vegetable soup
