• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
A Foodcentric Life
  • Valentines Day
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Living Well
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Valentines Day
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Living Well
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Valentines Day
    • About
    • Recipes
    • Living Well
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Soups & Stews

    Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe

    Published: Sep 13, 2017 · Modified: May 10, 2022 by Sally Cameron · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

    371 shares
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Tomato soup is a great classic soup and as a classic commercial taught us, it's mmm mmm good - unless it includes unhealthy ingredients you don't want in your diet. If you keep canned or boxed soups in your pantry for meals in a pinch, try this easy, healthy homemade tomato soup recipe. Freeze extra soup and kick the can to the curb. You probably have everything in your pantry.

    Tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com
    A bowl of orangey red homemade tomato soup.

    Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup

    This is the best tomato soup recipe and so easy to make with ingredients you probably have in your pantry. Enjoy it pureed smooth or serve it chunky. Why make homemade tomato soup?

    Because most canned tomato soup has a not-so-good list of ingredients, including high fructose corn syrup, high levels of sodium, and preservatives you don't want. Some store brands may include wheat flour, which is an issue if you eat gluten-free, grain-free, or paleo.

    tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com
    A big pot of chunky homemade tomato soup.

    Pantry Ingredients for Homemade Tomato Soup

    You probably have these ingredients in your pantry:

    • Canned tomatoes
    • Onions
    • Broth
    • Herbs and spices

    For tomatoes, I use organic, fire-roasted style for their smoky flavor, but regular diced tomatoes are fine.

    Tomato Soup Broth Options

    For broth, I use frozen homemade chicken broth. Turkey broth or vegetable broth work just as well. Using vegetable broth makes this soup vegan. Use your favorite low sodium canned or boxed brand if you don't have homemade.

    For vegetable broth, only homemade will do, because the canned and boxed brands taste awful. Homemade vegetable broth is easy quick to make. Check out my recipe. With an Instant Pot it takes just minutes. Without an Instant Pot, simmer for about an hour, then strain, cool and freeze.

    tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com
    Bowls of homemade tomato soup ready to serve.

    Tomato Soup with a Twist: Southwestern Style

    For a twist on the classic flavor I like to add a little ground cumin and smoked paprika. If you like things spicy, add a pinch or two of ground chipotle pepper, which is dried and smoked jalapeño peppers. These spices give the soup a Southwestern flavor. If regular paprika is all you have, use that.

    tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com
    Tomato soup in a blender.

    Safety Tips on Pureeing Hot Soup

    Blenders perform best for pureeing soups. As soup is hot, fill the blender container no more than half full. Split the blending into two batches and don't try to puree it all at once. Place a folded kitchen towel over the top of the lid to be safe. Start on a low speed and build up to high. Another option is to serve the soup chunky and skip the puree step.

    For Creamy Tomato Soup

    For a creamy style tomato soup, add a little canned coconut milk (for dairy-free) or half and half when pureeing. It's fantastic, making it more of a tomato bisque or creamy tomato soup.

    I couldn't finish this post without mentioning the classic pairing - tomato soup and grilled cheese. Just as my mom served it. It's so good!

    tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com
    Tomato soup with basil leaves.

    Original post 11/16/2009

    tomato soup | AFoodCentricLife.com

    Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup

    Sally Cameron
    Homemade tomato soup beats anything out of a box or can. This recipe goes together quickly and can be made in about 30 minutes with ingredients you probably have in your pantry.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 287 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender or stick blender to puree soup
    • Medium pot or pan

    Ingredients
      

    Soup

    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil divided use
    • 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 ¼ cups
    • 3-4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
    • 2-3 cups broth of choice chicken, turkey or vegetable
    • 2 28-ounce  cans diced tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano leaves
    • 2 teaspoons ground cumin optional
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika optional
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Optional Garnishes

    • fresh chopped chives or scallions
    • fresh chopped cilantro, parsley or basil
    • Dollops of pesto

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot (4-5 quarts), heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not browned, about 4 minutes. Next add the dried herbs and spices and cook stirring 1-2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook another 1 minute.
    • Add the broth and tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes to blend the flavors. Let the soup cool briefly and then purée in batches in a blender.
    • Rinse the pot and return the soup to the pot to heat if needed. Serve warm, garnished as desired.

    Notes

    Notes on Safe Blending: When blending hot liquids do not fill the blender more than half full. Start slow then turn up the speed. And cover the top with a kitchen towel for safety. For a creamy style soup: This soup is great the way it is, but if you prefer a creamy-style soup, add a little coconut milk.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 13gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 742mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2073IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 6mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
    « Fast and Easy Coconut Shrimp Curry
    The Best Essential Oils for Fighting Colds »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Eric Samuel says

      March 21, 2019 at 10:25 am

      Nice soup so yummy

      Reply
    2. Sally Cameron says

      September 14, 2017 at 8:37 pm

      Hi Michael. No one has asked that before so I am not sure. With these new recipe plugins, I don't think so. The only way would be to copy the whole post into an email or word? I'll have to look into this. In the past, I was told by readers they didn't want to print photos because of the ink usage.

      Reply
    3. Michael Varma says

      September 14, 2017 at 7:49 pm

      Sally - I'm going to try this recipe. Is it possible to print out the recipe WITH your picture(s)? I like that I get the recipe on one page, but want the pic too. Thanks.

      Reply
    4. Terry Brown says

      September 14, 2017 at 11:43 am

      That looks sooo good. I'm going to whip up a batch this weekend. I haven't looked, but have you done anything on gazpacho?

      Reply
      • Sally Cameron says

        September 14, 2017 at 4:52 pm

        Hi Terry, oh yes! I love gazpacho and have made it forever. Here is the link https://afoodcentriclife.com/gazpacho-tomato-soup/

        Reply
    5. Anna M says

      September 14, 2017 at 1:58 am

      I love this soup! You can eat it all over the Europe! Yummy! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    chef sally cameron | afoodcentriclifecom.bigscoots-staging.com

    Hi, I'm Sally, a professionally trained chef and health coach. Join me in cooking and living healthy for your best life ever!

    More about me →

    Warming Soup Recipes

    • Sheet Pan Roasted Red Pepper Soup
    • Easy Thai Shrimp Soup (Tom Yum)
    • Creamy Leek and Mushroom Soup
    • Easy Instant Pot Chicken Rice Soup Recipe
    • Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Roasted Garlic (dairy free)
    • Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Popular Recipes

    • A Quick Lesson on How To Steam Salmon
    • Classic French Mushroom Duxelles
    • Chicken Marsala Recipe (without cream)
    • Smooth and Creamy Cauliflower Soup
    • Easy White Chicken Chili
    • Easy Chicken Parmesan Recipe

    Footer

    as seen on

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Accessibility policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Menu

    • Home
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.