Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Soup is a cozy and rich meal perfect for any day. Made with fresh tomatoes, plant-based cream, and a natural gelling agent for a smooth, velvety texture, this easy slow cooker recipe delivers a comforting flavor that warms the soul. It’s ideal for busy days or meal prep, providing a delicious plant-based twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, quartered
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by washing and chopping your fresh tomatoes into quarters for even cooking. Dice the onion and mince the garlic, then gather all your ingredients so the cooking process flows smoothly.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the tomatoes, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar (natural) into the slow cooker. Give everything a gentle stir to blend.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to break down beautifully.
- Blend Until Smooth: Using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches, puree the soup until smooth. Return to the slow cooker if needed.
- Add Cream and Natural Gelling Agent: Stir in the plant-based cream and natural gelling agent to thicken the soup and add that silky texture. Let it cook uncovered for another 15 minutes to complete the process.
- Final Seasoning and Fresh Herbs: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then fold in fresh basil just before serving to keep that vibrant burst of flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the sweetest and most flavorful base.
- Do not skip blending for a smooth creamy texture.
- Add natural gelling agent slowly, stirring until perfect consistency is reached.
- Adjust acidity with apple cider vinegar (natural) to brighten flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like basil for enhanced aroma and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low or 3 hours on high
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: slow cooker, tomato soup, plant-based, creamy, vegetarian, easy, meal prep
