Spiced Tomato Soup With Goji
The good news is this delicious Tomato Soup recipe is vegan, refined sugar-free, nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free.
Have you tried homemade Tomato Soup with Goji Berries yet? Hopefully, you haven’t been missing out on this real treat for too long. With only a handful of ingredients, this soup is delicious and healthy; it’s full of red goodness that makes you want more! This proves you can eat very healthy quite easily.
This delicious soup is vegan-friendly, perfect for any season, and can be enjoyed hot or cold. The combination of lentils, goji berries, and tomatoes provides a good balance of protein, low fat, high fiber, and vitamins, making the soup both satisfying and nutritious and naturally sweet and healthy.
What’s To Love?
💕 With a little effort, you can whip up a batch in under 30 minutes, and voila, you’ve got the tastiest lunch.
💕 Doesn’t require any complex skills.
💕 No hard-to-find ingredients.
💕 Tastes as good as it looks.
💕 There’s nothing more satisfying than enjoying a warm bowl of tomato soup after a long day.
💕 Making homemade soup is an easy and healthy alternative to buying canned soup from the supermarket.
💕 It is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the earthy taste of red lentils, the sweetness of goji berries, and the bright and slightly tangy flavor of tomatoes.
💕 Some tomato soup recipes incorporate cream or yogurt to add a creamy texture and a hint of richness, but our recipe does not; it is naturally creamy and delicious.
💕 It is a comforting, warm, hearty dish, making it a popular choice for cold or rainy days, yet it can be eaten anytime.
Have you already tried Tomato Soup? If so, let us know how it was…we can’t wait to hear all about it!
Let’s Talk Ingredients
We feel every ingredient adds to the overall taste and texture; if you remove one, it’s like you’ve removed them all.
- Lentils — use red lentils because they don’t need soaking overnight like other varieties and are particularly good for thickening soups.
- Onions — use red varieties because they add sweetness.
- Goji Berries — use goji berries because they enhance the soup’s delicious flavor and deep red color while adding sweetness.
- Tomatoes — use high-quality plum tomatoes. The tomatoes add the distinct flavor and color of what we know as tomato soup.
- Oil — use a good-quality oil such as Farchioni Il Casolare Extra Virgin Olive Oil; we love it for its bright, fruity flavor. A good-quality coconut oil works well, too, but it won’t provide that great flavor.
- Garlic — use fresh; it provides a subtle garlic flavor.
- Cumin Seeds — use cumin seeds, not cumin powder.
- Chili Powder — use a very small amount; it’s worth adding for the extra flavor.
- Stock — use one liter of good-quality vegetable stock.
For more detailed ingredients, see the recipe card.
Customizations
Here are some foodie alternatives should you want to make some changes:
- Tomatoes — we used canned tomatoes out of convenience, but fresh can be used. Use high-quality plummed tomatoes to lose the fragrance of the soup.
- Garlic — we a substitute, garlic powder or garlic paste can be used.
- Onions — white onions are a great alternative.
- Stock — a good alternative is chicken stock.
When substituting ingredients, it’s essential to remember that the taste, texture, and overall result might differ, particularly if you’re substituting many ingredients.
If you have made the Tomato Soup with any customizations, we’d love to hear about it; please message us in the comments.
Instructions – Overview
Tomato soup is very easy to make; the tedious part is waiting for it to cook. Here’s a breakdown of how to get started on your journey (more detailed instructions are in the recipe card):
The tomato soup with goji berries can be made using a saucepan or a soup maker. Here are the steps to follow:
▶︎ Soup Maker: Melt the oil and sizzle the cumin seeds in a saucepan for about one minute, being careful not to burn them. Add chopped onions, garlic, and cumin to the soup maker or Thermomix. Add the rest of the ingredients. Cook for 25 minutes. Thoroughly blend the ingredients.
▶︎ Stovetop: Melt the oil and sizzle the cumin seeds in a saucepan for about one minute, being careful not to burn them. Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pan. Add the rest of the ingredients. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25 minutes. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, then thoroughly blend the ingredients using a hand blender.
Hint: Sizzling the cumin seeds first produces much more flavor and aroma than just adding them to the ingredients to be cooked together.
For more detailed instructions, notes, and ideas…see the recipe card.
Tools You’ll Need
Want to make the best Tomato Soup? Using the correct equipment for preparation is essential; we think they’re a big helping hand. We understand that you might already have some of these kitchen tools to make this recipe, or you might want to use other tools and may not require our recommendations. Here are some of our suggestions to get you started:
- Saucepan or Soup Maker
- Stick Blender or food processor – neither are necessary if you’re using a soup maker.
- Silicone Spatula – for stirring and incorporating all the ingredients smoothly.
- Weighing Scales and Measuring Spoons – to measure the ingredients accurately.
- Mini Chopper – not necessary if you’re using a soup maker.
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Storing
See our FAQs for detailed instructions on storing, refrigeration, freezing, and defrosting and for answers to readers’ questions.
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Pairing
Tomato soup is frequently eaten as a standalone but can also easily be paired with other delicious foods. Here are some suggestions and our favorite go-to’s what to eat with it:
▶︎ Top your soup with chopped pieces of cooked bacon. Sour cream or grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese and sprinkles of fresh basil are also good, as is our keto bread loaf or even croutons.
▶︎ Cheese toasty, or as some call it, is a toasted cheese sandwich. It perfectly complements the rich and tangy flavors of tomato soup.
▶︎ If you’re feeling a little more health-conscious, try our superfood nori seed crackers; they go well with tomato soup.
▶︎ Garlic bread or garlic knots are another excellent choice. The garlic and buttery flavors pair well with the tomato soup’s savoriness.
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Spiced Tomato Soup with Goji’s
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt the oil and sizzle the cumin seeds in a saucepan for about one minute being careful not to burn them.1 tsp Cumin Seeds, 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Peel and roughly chop onions and garlic.1 medium Red Onion, 3 Garlic Cloves
- Add onions, garlic, and cumin to the soup maker or Thermomix.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the soup maker or Thermomix.50 grams Red Lentils, 50 grams Goji Berries, 1 400ml Canned Plum Tomatoes, 1/2 tsp Chili Powder, 600 grams Vegetable Stock
- Cook for 25 minutes.
- Using the blend option on your soup maker or Thermomix, blend on high
- Serve and enjoy!
- Melt the oil and sizzle the cumin seeds in a saucepan for about one minute being careful not to burn them.1 tsp Cumin Seeds, 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Peel and roughly chop onions and garlic either by hand or using a mini chopper.3 Garlic Cloves, 1 medium Red Onion
- Add onions and garlic to the pan.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the pan.50 grams Red Lentils, 50 grams Goji Berries, 1 400ml Canned Plum Tomatoes, 1/2 tsp Chili Powder, 600 grams Vegetable Stock
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25 minutes.
- Once cooked, it will need to cool down slightly.
- Thoroughly blend ingredients together.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- When making this soup, always use high-quality spices and oils.
- Whenever possible, choose organic vegetables for added flavor and meganutrients compared to non-organic options, which may contain harmful pesticides and herbicides.
- For this soup, use red lentils only.
- Allow the soup to simmer to allow the flavors to meld together and the lentils to become tender. Simmering also helps the soup thicken naturally.
- Blend the soup thoroughly if you prefer a smoother consistency. If you prefer a chunky consistency, blend partially.
- Taste your soup before serving and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Hey, I’m Sharon, I’m a full-time food blogger, mother of 3 grown adults and 3 huskies. Most days you can find me in the kitchen creating new recipes, I love cooking indulgent bakes and love sharing them. I am lucky to connect with and inspire people from all around the world and help you on your cooking journey so you can eat in style!
