Dairy-Free Traditional Mexican Sopa de Fideo
Warm your soul with this Dairy-Free Traditional Mexican Sopa de Fideo, a comforting classic that delivers authentic Mexican flavors in every spoonful. This vibrant soup features golden-toasted fideo pasta (or vermicelli), bathed in a rich tomato-based broth made from fresh Roma tomatoes, garlic, and onions. Enhanced with subtle spices like cumin and optional smoked paprika, this dairy-free recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. With just a handful of simple ingredients and 35 minutes from start to finish, this one-pot dish is ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a tangy kick—you’ll love how this cozy, plant-based soup comes together effortlessly!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Fideo pasta (or vermicelli noodles)
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Yellow onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the fideo pasta and toast, stirring continuously, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn the pasta. Remove the toasted noodles from the pot and set aside.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the Roma tomatoes, onion, garlic cloves, and 1 cup of vegetable broth. Blend until completely smooth.
Step 4
Pour the blended tomato mixture into the same pot used for toasting the pasta. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and deepens in color.
Step 5
Add the remaining vegetable broth, water, ground cumin, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Return the toasted fideo pasta to the pot and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and have absorbed some of the broth.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Step 9
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro (if desired) and lime wedges on the side for a bright, tangy finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1991.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1476.3 |
| Total Fat 40.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4637.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 249.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.7g | |
| Protein 44.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 319.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2939.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories