Vegan Creamy Tomato Basil (Print)

Velvety tomato basil soup paired with garlic-infused sourdough dippers for a cozy, flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ For the Soup

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 cans (14 oz each) whole peeled tomatoes
05 - 1 cup vegetable broth
06 - 1 cup unsweetened canned coconut milk
07 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
08 - 1 teaspoon sugar, optional
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
13 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ For the Garlic Sourdough Dippers

14 - 4 thick slices sourdough bread
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 2 cloves garlic, halved

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add canned tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, oregano, salt, pepper, sugar if using, and red pepper flakes.
04 - Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Add coconut milk and fresh basil leaves, then simmer for 5 minutes more.
06 - Remove from heat and blend using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy, working in batches if using a regular blender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Preheat oven broiler or grill pan. Brush both sides of sourdough slices with olive oil and toast until golden and crisp, approximately 2 minutes per side.
08 - Rub warm toasted bread with cut sides of garlic cloves and slice into strips for dipping.
09 - Ladle hot soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil, and serve alongside garlic sourdough dippers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fully Plant-Based: A dairy-free soup that achieves a rich, creamy texture using unsweetened coconut milk.
  • Fast and Easy: With only 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking, a gourmet-style meal is ready in under an hour.
  • Fresh Flavors: The combination of fresh basil and garlic-rubbed sourdough provides a vibrant, aromatic finish.
02 -
  • Always rub the garlic onto the sourdough while the bread is still hot from the toaster to ensure the flavor is fully absorbed.
  • Use a small amount of sugar to cut through the natural acidity of the tomatoes for a more balanced and mellow soup.
  • For dietary safety, check all labels for potential allergens like gluten in the bread or coconut in the milk.
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