Description
A silky, weeknight-fast tomato soup with smoky depth from paprika and a hint of chipotle. Bright, cozy, and naturally vegan/GF—with optional coconut cream for extra richness.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1–2 tsp minced chipotle in adobo (to taste)
2 cans (14.5 oz/410 g each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with juices
1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium vegetable stock
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp sugar or maple syrup
½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup (60 ml) full-fat coconut milk (optional)
6–8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for finishing (optional)
Instructions
Sauté (5 min): Warm olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and ½ tsp salt; cook until translucent.
Bloom (1 min): Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and chipotle; cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Build (1 min): Add tomato paste; cook, stirring, until brick red and slightly darkened.
Liquids (1 min): Add tomatoes (with juices), stock, sugar, and pepper; stir to combine.
Simmer (10–12 min): Bring to a gentle simmer on medium-low until slightly thickened.
Blend (2–3 min): Off heat, blend until silky (immersion or batches in blender; vent lid). Return to pot.
Finish (1–2 min): Stir in coconut milk (if using). Taste and adjust with more salt, lemon for brightness, or a pinch more sugar if sharp.
Serve: Ladle into bowls; top with basil ribbons and a tiny cream swirl.
Notes
Subs: Onion → white/red or 2 shallots; chipotle → ¼–½ tsp chili flakes; crushed tomatoes/passata OK (add a pinch more smoked paprika).
Make-ahead/Storage: Keeps 3–4 days chilled; up to 3 months frozen (add basil/cream after thawing).
Reheat: Medium-low with a splash of stock/water.
Light/Creamy: Skip coconut milk and add ½ cup extra stock for lighter; or blend in ¼ cup soaked cashews / 2 tbsp oat cream for ultra-creamy.
Toppings: Garlic croutons, toasted pepitas, basil/chives, lemon zest, chili oil.
Tips: Salt in stages; bloom spices only 30–60 sec to avoid bitterness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: soup recipes
- Method: One-pot + blender
- Cuisine: American, Comfort