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🍅 Paleo Creamy Tomato Soup
🌍 Cultural Introduction
Tomato soup is a global comfort classic, with roots in Spanish gazpacho, Italian pomodoro, and American diner culture. This Paleo version skips dairy and refined sugars, embracing ancestral ingredients like roasted tomatoes, bone broth, and coconut cream. It’s a warm hug in a bowl—nourishing, hydrating, and deeply satisfying.
🍲 Yield and Cooking Time
Yield: 6 servings (approx. 16 oz each)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes
Paleo Creamy Tomato Soup
🧂 Ingredients (Standard Measurements)
2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped (or 1 (28 oz) can whole peeled tomatoes, no additives)
1 tbsp tomato paste (no sugar added)
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 cups chicken or vegetable bone broth (unsalted)
1 cup full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
🔪 Step-by-Step Cooking Process
Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a soup pot. Add onion and garlic. Cook until translucent (~5 min).
Add Tomatoes & Herbs: Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Simmer with Broth: Add bone broth. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until tomatoes break down.
Blend Smooth: Use immersion blender or transfer to blender. Blend until creamy.
Add Coconut Milk & Acid: Stir in coconut milk and vinegar/lemon juice. Simmer 5 more minutes.
Finish & Garnish: Adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs.
🥦 Nutritional Benefits
Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene, vitamin C, and antioxidants for heart and skin health.
Bone Broth: Provides collagen, gelatin, and minerals for gut and joint support.
Coconut Milk: Healthy fats for brain and hormone balance.
Garlic & Onion: Support immune function and digestion.
🔥 Key Flavor Building Highlights
Tomato Paste: Adds concentrated umami and depth.
Sautéed Aromatics: Build a savory base with onion and garlic.
Coconut Milk: Balances acidity with creamy richness.
Acid Finish: Vinegar or lemon brightens and rounds out flavors.
🌿 Fun Facts About Ingredients
Tomatoes: Once feared as poisonous in Europe—now a global staple!
Coconut Milk: Used in Thai, Indian, and Caribbean cuisines for centuries.
Basil: Symbol of love and protection in ancient cultures.
👐 Hands-On Techniques for Flavor
Sauté Slowly: Let onions caramelize slightly for sweetness.
Blend in Stages: For ultra-smooth texture, blend in batches and strain if desired.
Simmer Uncovered: Reduces and intensifies tomato flavor.
📊 American Nutritional Facts (Per 16 oz Serving)
Nutrient | Amount |
Calories | ~280 |
Protein | ~6g |
Fat | ~18g |
Carbohydrates | ~20g |
Fiber | ~4g |
Sodium | ~550mg |
Sugar | ~8g (natural) |
💡 Pro Tips
Roast fresh tomatoes with garlic for deeper flavor.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or smoked paprika for warmth.
Stir in shredded chicken or mushrooms for a heartier version.
🔄 Ingredient Substitutions
Tomatoes: Use fire-roasted canned tomatoes for smoky depth.
Coconut Milk: Sub with cashew cream or almond milk (unsweetened).
Bone Broth: Use veggie broth for a lighter, plant-based option.
🌿 Garnishes to Enhance the Soup
Fresh basil or parsley
Swirl of coconut cream
Toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds
Cracked black pepper or chili flakes
🍹 Beverage Pairing Suggestions
Non-Alcoholic: Sparkling water with basil and lemon
Fermented: Beet kvass or tomato-ginger kombucha
Tea: Rooibos or fennel tea for digestive support
🧘 Digestive Rituals
Begin with a warm sip and a deep breath.
Pause halfway to notice how your body feels.
End with a short walk or herbal tea to aid digestion.
🥄 Rituals for Mindful Eating
Invite guests to describe the color and aroma before tasting.
Share a memory or cultural story tied to tomato soup.
Encourage “silent spoonfuls” to savor texture and warmth.
💧 Hydration Reminder
Each 16 oz bowl counts toward your daily hydration goals! Tomato-based soups are water-rich and mineral-packed—ideal for Whole30, Paleo, and low-carb lifestyles.