Delicious Carrot and Tomato Soup

Warm up with a bowl of irresistibly comforting and vibrant Carrot and Tomato Soup, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines sautéed onion and garlic with fresh carrots and ripe tomatoes, simmered in a savory vegetable stock and spiced with paprika and cumin for a boost of warmth and depth. The soup is effortlessly creamy thanks to blending, creating a velvety texture that pairs beautifully with optional garnishes like a swirl of cream, fresh herbs, or crunchy croutons. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal as a light lunch or satisfying dinner, and it’s naturally vegetarian with a dairy-free option to suit any diet. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and rich flavors, this Carrot and Tomato Soup will easily become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (chopped) onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 4 medium (peeled and chopped) carrots
• 4 large (chopped) ripe tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon (optional) sugar
• 0.25 cup (optional for garnish) heavy cream or coconut cream
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) fresh cilantro or parsley
• 1 cup (optional for serving) croutons

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped carrots and tomatoes to the pot and stir well.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches and puree until creamy, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika. Add sugar if desired to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

Step 9

If the soup is too thick, thin it out with additional vegetable stock or water, reheating as needed.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot in bowls. Optionally, drizzle with a swirl of heavy cream or coconut cream, sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley, and garnish with croutons for added texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2229.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1345.1

Total Fat 67.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 69.8mg	0%
Sodium 5377.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 60.2g
Protein 34.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.3mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 4700.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 46.6%