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No-Cream-of-Tomato Soup

Written by Shikha   |   Last updated: February 26, 2026

 

No-Cream-of-Tomato Soup

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My kids love cream of tomato soup and I don’t blame them -- it’s the ultimate American comfort food soup, right up there with hearty chili! I’ve been trying out different recipes to get that creamy texture and delicate flavor with healthier and more nutritious ingredients, and I think I finally got it. I used coconut milk and nutritional yeast to create that creamy flavor, and my kids couldn’t even tell that it was plant-based!
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup onion, (finely chopped)
  • 1 rib celery, (finely chopped)
  • 1 carrot, (peeled, finely chopped)
  • 1 medium potato, (peeled, diced)
  • 1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
  • Salt & pepper, (to taste)
  • 2 pinches hot pepper flakes
  • Parsley, (chopped)

Instructions 

  • Heat ¼ cup vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat. 
  • Add onion and celery and sauté until celery has softened (about 10-15 minutes). 
  • Add spices and stir to combine.
  • Add carrot and potatoes and sauté for 10 more minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and 1-1 ½ cups water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender (about 30-35 minutes).
  • Blend with an immersion blender. If using a regular blender, transfer in slightly cooled batches to blender and blend until smooth, then pour back into the pot and stir well.
  • Add coconut milk and nutritional yeast and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings to your preference. 
  • Garnish with chopped parsley.

BON APPÉTIT!

    Shikha - Veggiecurean founder and recipe creator
    Shikha

    Shikha, creator of Veggiecurean, develops accessible vegetarian and vegan recipes with global influences. With training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and culinary schools, she combines technical expertise with practical plant-based cooking. Every recipe is thoroughly tested in her home kitchen to ensure success for home cooks.

    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Nutrition information is an estimate provided as a courtesy and may vary depending on ingredients used. This content is not intended as medical or dietary advice.