There's nothing quite like a warm, delicious bowl of homemade tomato soup. This Vegan Amish Tomato Soup recipe brings the simplicity and tradition of Amish cooking to your kitchen with a plant-based twist.
Using simple ingredients like jarred tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and pantry staples, this soup is both comforting and nutritious—perfect for the winter months or as a quick lunch paired with a grilled cheese sandwich.
Why You Should Make This
This recipe is a great way to enjoy the rich flavor of ripe tomatoes while accommodating a vegan lifestyle. It’s an easy recipe with simple ingredients that result in a smooth consistency and great flavor.
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Plus, if you're into home food preservation, this is a fantastic way to use up those jarred tomatoes or fresh garden tomatoes you’ve canned using a pressure canner.
Key Ingredients
- Jarred Tomatoes: A staple in Amish cooking, jarred tomatoes bring rich flavor to this recipe. If you have homemade canned tomato soup recipes or ripe tomatoes from the garden, they’re the best choice.
- Herbs and Spices: Fresh basil, pink salt, and citric acid add bright, fresh notes. These are key to enhancing the tomato’s natural acidity and creating a balanced taste.
- Vegan Butter: Provides a creamy texture without using dairy products.
- Plant Milk: Adds richness and creaminess, making it a perfect soup.
- Water: Keeps the soup light while allowing the other flavors to shine. Use less water for a thicker consistency.
- Coconut Sugar: A little bit balances the acidity of the tomatoes and enhances the sweetness.
- Soy Sauce: Adds depth of flavor and umami to mimic the savory taste of traditional chicken broth.
- Onion, Celery, and Carrots: This classic mirepoix forms the flavorful base of this delicious tomato soup.
Steps
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté until softened.
- Add Jarred Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the jarred tomatoes, fresh basil, citric acid, pink salt, and a little coconut sugar.
- Simmer: Add water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let cook for about 20 minutes.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to create a smooth consistency. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a food mill or stick blender if you prefer a chunkier texture.
- Add Creaminess: Stir in vegan butter and plant milk. Adjust the salt and soy sauce to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the finished soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs. Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich or homemade croutons for a complete meal.
Variations
- Add red bell peppers or green beans for a twist on the classic recipe.
- Use fresh tomatoes instead of jarred for a more vibrant flavor.
- Experiment with different plant-based milks like almond or cashew for personal preference.
Substitutions
- Replace coconut sugar with brown sugar if preferred.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Use a food mill instead of an immersion blender for a chunkier texture.
FAQ
Can I use store-bought cans of tomato soup? Yes, but homemade tomato products provide a fresher taste and better control over the acid level.
How do I store the soup? Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. For long-term storage, consider home canning using a water bath or pressure canner.
Can I freeze the soup? Yes, it freezes well. Let it cool completely before transferring to glass jars or freezer-safe containers.
Top Tip
To achieve the smoothest consistency, make sure to peel the tomato skins before canning or blending. This step ensures a perfect soup texture without any small pieces.
Pair it with grilled cheese and vegan bacon ❤️
Hint
Add a splash of lemon juice just before serving for a bright, tangy finish that enhances the flavor of the fresh herbs.
Enjoy this vegan spin on a popular Amish recipe and share the warmth of homemade soup with loved ones!
Vegan Amish Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jarred Tomatoes: A staple in Amish cooking jarred tomatoes bring rich flavor to this recipe. If you have homemade canned tomato soup recipes or ripe tomatoes from the garden, they’re the best choice.
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Basil chopped: Adds bright, fresh notes to enhance the tomato’s natural acidity.
- 2 tablespoon Vegan Butter: Provides a creamy texture without using dairy products.
- 1 cup Plant Milk: Adds richness and creaminess making it a perfect soup.
- 2 cups Water: Keeps the soup light while allowing the other flavors to shine. Use less water for a thicker consistency.
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Sugar: Balances the acidity of the tomatoes and enhances the sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce: Adds depth of flavor and umami to mimic the savory taste of traditional chicken broth.
- 1 Medium Onion diced: Forms the flavorful base of this delicious tomato soup.
- 2 Stalks Celery diced: Adds a subtle earthy flavor and texture.
- 2 Medium Carrots diced: Completes the mirepoix base with a natural sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Pink Salt: Enhances all the flavors in the soup.
- ½ teaspoon Citric Acid: Balances the acidity and adds brightness to the soup.
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté until softened.
- Add Jarred Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the jarred tomatoes, fresh basil, citric acid, pink salt, and coconut sugar.
- Simmer: Add water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let cook for about 20 minutes.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to create a smooth consistency. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a food mill or stick blender if you prefer a chunkier texture.
- Add Creaminess: Stir in vegan butter and plant milk. Adjust the salt and soy sauce to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the finished soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs. Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich or homemade croutons for a complete meal.
