easy tomato soup recipe

reader reviews:

“Delicious! It’s the perfect comfort meal with grilled cheese sandwiches. And the first tomato soup the whole family likes.” - Nicole

“Better than any restaurant soup – hands down.” - Ethel

ingredients:

raw unsalted cashews onion garlic cloves vegetable stock canned crushed or diced tomatoes sun-dried tomatoes tomato paste Italian seasoning salt honey (optional) For a nut-free version use this in place of cashews: heavy cream -or- full-fat coconut milk from a can

about this recipe

gluten-free dairy-free whole30 & paleo friendly

This Easy Tomato Soup Recipe is super simple to make, and is creamy, dreamy, sweet and savory! Perfect with grilled cheese on the side for dipping. Plus it's paleo, whole30, dairy-free & gluten-free.

STEP 1:

Place the cashews in a small bowl and cover with water. Set aside.

STEP 2:

To a 6-quart slow cooker, add the onions, garlic, vegetable stock, crushed tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and honey (if using). And then stir to combine.

STEP 3:

Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 hours.

STEP 4:

When the soup is finished cooking, drain, and rinse the cashews. Place into the slow cooker, stirring to combine.

STEP 5:

Using an immersion blender, blend the tomato mixture until well combined and very smooth. Or carefully ladle the cooked tomato mixture into a blender, working in batches.

STEP 6:

Serve hot, topping with any toppings you like!

fun ways to serve this soup:

Make it a soup & salad night by adding some leafy greens on the side tossed in your favorite dressing. Serve with a grilled cheese sandwich or warm crusty bread on the side for dipping. Garnish with cheese, fresh basil or a drizzle of olive oil on top before serving.

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