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Creamy Fresh Vegan Tomato Soup (Without Coconut Milk!!)
This Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup is a delicious blend of fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil leaves, and bell pepper. This smooth and velvety tomato soup is made without coconut milk and is perfect for a cold winter night!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 97 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American , International
Ingredients
- 4 or 5 medium tomatoes
- ½ cup red bell pepper
- ½ cup cashew nuts soak in warm water
- 1 teaspoon groundnut oil optional
- 1 small onion
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups water
- ⅓ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- salt and black pepper as per taste
- 1 small green chili optional
Instructions
- Roughly chop fresh tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and onion. Soak the cashews in warm water while you prep and saute other ingredients.
- Heat groundnut oil in a pan. Add chopped onions, green chili, and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and lightly golden. Then, add bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes to the pan, stirring them in with the sautéed vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes on a slow flame. Add cashews and chopped basil 9save a few for adding later)
- Pressure cook for one whistle on full flame and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- You may let the pressure cooker release pressure on its own. Blend it either in the blender or use a hand blender until smooth, adding water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Add salt and spices. Simmer the soup for 5-7 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves and let them infuse for a minute. Serve the vegan and creamy tomato soup hot.
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Notes
- Blending soup in a smooth paste might be difficult if you use a hand blender. You may cool off the pressure-cooked tomatoes and then blend in a fast food processor.
- This soup is naturally thick and needs no heavy cream or milk.
- If you have leftovers, you may store them in the refrigerator and the soup will thicken. Add water when reheating just before serving.