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    Simple Cherry Tomato Soup

    Published: Oct 21, 2022, Last Modified: Jun 20, 2023 by Janessa.

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    Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this cherry tomato soup recipe is the best way to use up your ripe tomatoes. A grilled cheese sandwich's best friend, enjoy it for a light lunch or easy dinner.

    Jump to:
    • The Ingredients
    • The Method
    • Leftovers
    • Make It Your Own
    • Serving Ideas
    • Dietary Notes
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    A grey bowl filled with tomato soup and served with a bun.

    May to October is undoubtedly my favorite time of year. Partly because it is summer. And partly because it is tomato season.

    And when there is an abundance of juicy tomatoes and I can't eat them all right off the vine, this soup is one of the first things that I make.

    Using just a few fresh ingredients, the sweet flavor of the fresh tomatoes truly shines through. It is proof that a great recipe doesn't need to be complicated.

    The Ingredients

    • Cherry Tomatoes- 4 cups of grape tomatoes or chopped fresh large garden tomatoes will also work. Or you can use 1 28 oz (796 mL) can of undrained diced or whole tomatoes.
      • TIP: If you have an abundance of ripe cherry tomatoes in the summer, wash and dry thoroughly and then simply throw them in the freezer. Take them out and use to make this recipe throughout the winter- no need to thaw.
    • Yellow Onions
    • Olive Oil- Avocado oil or another neutral cooking oil will work.
    • Garlic
    • Water
    • Sea Salt
    • Black Pepper

    The Method

    1. Sauté onions. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-low heat and add the chopped onion, salt and pepper. Stirring occasionally, cook until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic cloves for 1 minute until fragrant.

    2. Deglaze. Add ½ cup of water and stir to deglaze any onion bits from the bottom of the pan.

    3. Simmer. Add the remaining water and tomatoes and increase to a medium-high heat to bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 20-30 minutes until the tomatoes are very soft. They should easily burst with the pressure of the spoon when stirring.

    4. Puree. Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to blend until fully smooth. Alternatively, if you don't have a blender, you can puree in batches in a blender or a large food processor. Only fill halfway full or less and be very careful blending hot liquids. You could also allow the soup to cool a bit before and then rewarm on the stovetop after.

    5. Enjoy! Serve hot.

    Cherry tomato soup in a bowl with a spoon.

    Leftovers

    To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    To Reheat: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat.

    Make It Your Own

    • Creamy Tomato Soup- Stir a splash of heavy cream into your bowl.
    • Add Italian Herbs- Add 2 teaspoon of dried Italian Seasoning or a combination of herbs such as basil, parsley, thyme and oregano.
    • Make it Spicy- Omit the black pepper and add 1 teaspoon of paprika and ⅛ teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper (or more depending on your preferences).
    Tomato soup in a bowl topped with roasted chickpeas.

    Serving Ideas

    Try topping your hot soup with some:

    • Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
    • Homemade Croutons
    • Grated Parmesan Cheese
    • Chopped Fresh Herbs such as fresh basil or parsley

    And for a delicious soup and sandwich pairing, try it alongside a Turkey Pesto Sandwich or a Chimichurri Chicken Sandwich.

    For more ideas, check out this list of 37 Perfect Sides to Serve with Tomato Soup (Plus Toppings!).

    What can I do with too many fresh cherry tomatoes?

    Make this soup! Or freeze your extra summer tomatoes and use them to make this recipe throughout the winter. Just add them as you would fresh- no need to thaw.

    Dietary Notes

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    If you have dietary restrictions, check the packaging of specific ingredients that you use to ensure they are compliant. This recipe is:

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Nut Free
    • Paleo
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

    And if you liked this recipe...

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    Simple Cherry Tomato Soup

    Easy and comforting soup made with fresh cherry tomatoes. Perfect for dipping your grilled cheese sandwiches!
    5 from 46 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 6 Servings (as a side)
    Calories: 64kcal

    Equipment

    • Immersion Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 small yellow onions diced, about 2 cups
    • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 3 cups water divided
    • 4 cups fresh cherry tomatoes
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    Instructions

    • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium low and add the onions, salt and pepper. Cook the onions until soft and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 1 additional minute.
    • Add ½ cup of water and stir to deglaze. Stir in the remaining water and tomatoes.
    • Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for 20-30 minutes until the tomatoes are very soft.
    • Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
    • Serve hot.

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 829IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. jennifer

      July 26, 2022 at 9:16 am

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious!!! I came into a windfall of tomatoes, so I think I will make another batch or two and freeze!! YAY

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 26, 2022 at 9:47 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Jennifer!

        Reply
    2. Shelby

      July 26, 2022 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      A delicious soup and my favorite way to use up garden tomatoes!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 26, 2022 at 9:48 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Shelby!

        Reply
    3. Donny

      July 27, 2022 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for including the info about using canned tomatoes. I always have some sitting around that need to get used up. So I tried them in this soup and it turned out great!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 27, 2022 at 12:26 pm

        I'm glad! Thank you for your kind review, Donny.

        Reply
    4. Stacey

      July 28, 2022 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      There is nothing more satisfying than tomato soup & grilled cheese. Beautiful recipe and I love the crispy chick-pea topping with it.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 28, 2022 at 12:32 pm

        Thank you for your kind review, Stacey!

        Reply
    5. Megan

      July 30, 2022 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      This is so yummy with homegrown tomatoes, paprika and the roasted chickpeas. Thanks for a delicious dinner recipe!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 30, 2022 at 10:14 pm

        I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Megan!

        Reply
    6. nanc

      July 31, 2022 at 10:07 am

      5 stars
      what a tasty and simple tomato soup! It goes great with a garlic toast!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        July 31, 2022 at 10:55 pm

        I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Nanc!

        Reply
    7. Rachel

      September 06, 2023 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      The best tomato soup I have ever had! And so easy. I replaced the water with chicken stock cause I thought it would need flavor but my goodness it is so rich and yummy it doesn’t! - it is good with chicken stock though too!
      My kids wanted more. Thankfully I have a garden full of cherry tomatoes that I didn’t know what to do with. I will be making big batches of this and freezing it. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 06, 2023 at 7:53 pm

        I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Rachel! Thank you for your kind words!

        Reply

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