Description
This Vegan Tomato Pasta Soup is a warm and comforting dish perfect for a cozy meal. Made with crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and small pasta shapes, it’s flavored with aromatic herbs and garlic to create a hearty, flavorful vegan soup that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Pasta and Seasonings
- 1 cup pasta (small shapes)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté the onion: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Boil and add pasta and herbs: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then add the pasta, dried basil, and dried oregano into the pot.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to simmer gently until the pasta is tender, approximately 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving to add a fragrant and fresh touch.
Notes
- Use small pasta shapes like ditalini or elbow macaroni for best results.
- You can substitute dried herbs with fresh herbs; add fresh herbs towards the end to preserve flavor.
- For a thicker soup, simmer longer to reduce liquid or use less broth.
- To make this gluten-free, substitute pasta with gluten-free alternatives.
- This soup stores well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
