Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup (Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Low Fat)

HOMEMADE SOUP

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EASY TOMATO SOUP RECIPE

KOSHER SALT

BASIL LEAVES

Why is it that on a rainy, cold winter day my mind latches on to Cream of Tomato soup with grilled cheese sandwiches and just can’t let go? Is it just me? I’m curious…if your mind does the same thing, please pipe in below and let me know.

It was as a result of this free association that on a rainy day over the Christmas holidays several years ago this recipe for Creamy, but Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup came into being. This comforting soup is basically free of fat (just 1 tablespoon of olive oil is necessary to sautee the onions) and free of dairy and gluten. But, and this is an important ‘but’, it is still delicious and creamy.

Only a Handful of Ingredients in this Easy Recipe

Chances are good that you have these ingredients on hand. If not, they are easily sourced in your local grocery store.

Don’t get me wrong, I love all the spicy, oven-roasted, tomato basil soup recipes out there; but on this particularly chilly day, I craved a traditional and simple soup. That being said, there are options included in the recipe for those who are looking for a spicier and more flavored soup.

Tomato Sauce Substitutions for this Healthy Tomato Soup Recipe

A Creamy Soup without Dairy or Gluten?

So, how do you get the ‘creamy’ part of the Creamy Tomato Soup without the heavy cream? Do you remember this Creamy Turkey Soup recipe and its magic ingredient? If not, I’ll spill the beans (pun intended)…pureed white beans! This is exactly what I used in my creamy turkey soup, so be sure to check out that recipe as well! So, yes, you now have recipes for two creamy soups that don’t use cream! I’m working on more!

This simple ingredient is opening up a world of creamy, yet fat-free options for me, and this low calorie soup is another great recipe as a result.

White or navy beans, well-pureed in your blender or food processor, add the creamy depth and texture that I look for in my creamy soup, without the fat. And, it has the added benefit of adding extra protein, fiber, and nutrition. Even the non-bean lovers in my family enjoy this soup and did not mind the addition of the beans.

I have (and love) a Vitamix, which is what I use to puree these beans

I used the Costco brand (Kirkland’s) Organic Tomato Sauce and my homemade chicken stock for this soup. By the by, did you know that all Kirkland brand canned products are in BPA-free cans? One of the many reasons I love Costco.

Ways to Put Your Own Spin on This Simple Soup

Consider this recipe just a jumping-off point for you.

• Add a 1-2 cloves of garlic for extra flavor.
• Parmesan cheese (either in the form of a rind of parmesan cheese or sprinkled over top)
• Red pepper flakes
• Fresh Herbs (rosemary and thyme, in addition to oregano and basil)
• If you are looking for a Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, add a bunch of fresh basil or 1 1/2 teaspoons dry basil to the soup before you puree it.
• Homemade croutons
• Use almond milk or other nutmilk, coconut milk, bone broth, vegetable broth or vegetable stock instead of the chicken stock.
• Add a

And what’s a bowl of creamy tomato soup without the requisite grilled cheese sandwich? These little cheese crisps, made from nothing more than grated cheddar cheese provided enough of the grilled cheese taste I needed to partner with the soup, without the gluten.

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• Cuisinart FP-11SV Elemental Food Processor, Silver
• Muir Glen, Organic Tomatoes, 12 Cans, 15 oz

Nutrition Information: YIELD: 4 SERVING SIZE: 1

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 244TOTAL FAT: 5gSATURATED FAT: 1gTRANS FAT: 0gUNSATURATED FAT: 3gCHOLESTEROL: 2mgSODIUM: 1631mgCARBOHYDRATES: 40gFIBER: 10gSUGAR: 9gPROTEIN: 14g

Did you make this recipe?

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© Lynn Spencer

CUISINE: American

Cheddar Cheese Crisps

yield: 12prep time: 2 MINUTEScook time: 8 MINUTEStotal time: 10 MINUTES

Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Crisps

4.0 Stars (1 Review)

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Ingredients

• Grated Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375′
2. Place 12 little mounds (tablespoon full) of cheddar cheese on parchment lined baking sheet.
3. You can clean up the edges to make them more uniform if you desire.
4. Leave about 2 inches between each mound
5. Bake for about 8-10 minutes.
6. Watch them carefully and take them out when they stop bubbling.
7. They can go from done to burnt in a NY second.

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Nutrition Information: YIELD: 12 SERVING SIZE: 1

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 10TOTAL FAT: 1gSATURATED FAT: 0gTRANS FAT: 0gUNSATURATED FAT: 0gCHOLESTEROL: 2mgSODIUM: 15mgCARBOHYDRATES: 0gFIBER: 0gSUGAR: 0gPROTEIN: 1g

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It would be great if you could take a minute and leave a comment below, as well as how many stars you think it deserves. Help other readers by asking any questions you have or sharing any modifications to the recipe. I’d love to hear how you served it! If you are on Instagram, then tag @nourishandnestle on Instagram and hashtag it #nourishandnestle! Many Thanks

© lynn

CUISINE: American

We like this soup so much I’ve made it twice since Christmas. My next task is to make a large batch and can it.

This soup almost makes me wish for another cold and dreary day so I have a great excuse to whip up another batch. Do you have a go-to recipe on a cold/rainy day?

Thanks again for spending a few minutes of your busy day with me today.

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And, it has the added benefit of adding extra fiber, protein, and nutrition. Even the non-bean lovers in my family enjoy this soup and did not mind the addition of the beans.

And what’s a bowl of creamy tomato soup without the requisite grilled cheese sandwich?  While I don’t have a medical condition that prevents me from consuming gluten, I just feel so much better and lighter when I stay away from it.

These little cheese crisps, made from nothing more than grated cheddar cheese provided enough of the grilled cheese taste I needed to partner with the soup, without the gluten.

I used the Costco brand (Kirkland’s) Organic Tomato Sauce and my homemade chicken stock for this soup.

By the by, did you know that all Kirkland brand canned products are in BPA-free cans? One of the many reasons I love Costco.

Creamy Tomato Soup (fat, dairy and gluten free)

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

A creamy tomato soup that is low fat, dairy- and gluten-free, but still very flavorful.

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Ingredients

• 2 15-ounce cans of tomato sauce
• 3 cups of chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can of white beans
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste.
• 2-3 sprigs of fresh basil

Instructions

1. If you use olive oil, saute the onions in the oil over low heat until soft.
2. (If not using olive oil, place the tomatoes, broth, oregano, onions, and salt and pepper in a pan together, over medium-low to medium heat. Cook for 30-45 minutes or until onion is soft)
3. Once onions soften, add tomatoes, broth, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook on medium-low for 30 minutes.
4. While tomatoes cook, puree the white beans with their liquid in your food processor or blender. Add water as necessary to achieve a thick pudding consistency.
5. Add the pureed beans to your tomato mixture.
6. I use a hand blender/emulsion stick to make sure the soup is well blended. But you could just as easily add it to your blender to further combine it.

Recommended Products

As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

• 
  Chefman Immersion Blender & Electric Spiralizer/Vegetable Slicer 6-IN-1 Food Prep Kit, Includes 3 Spiralizing Blade Attachments, Zoodle Maker; Grate, Ribbon, Spiral, Chop, Whisk and Puree
• 
  Cuisinart FP-11SV Elemental Food Processor, Silver
• 
  Muir Glen, Organic Tomatoes, 12 Cans, 15 oz

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 244Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 1631mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 10gSugar: 9gProtein: 14g

Did you make this recipe?

It would be great if you could take a minute and leave a comment below, as well as how many stars you think it deserves. Help other readers by asking any questions you have or sharing any modifications to the recipe. I'd love to hear how you served it! If you are on Instagram, then tag @nourishandnestle on Instagram and hashtag it #nourishandnestle! Many Thanks

Cheddar Cheese Crisps

Yield: 12

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Crisps

Print

Ingredients

• Grated Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375'
2. Place 12 little mounds (tablespoon full) of cheddar cheese on parchment lined baking sheet.
3. You can clean up the edges to make them more uniform if you desire.
4. Leave about 2 inches between each mound
5. Bake for about 8-10 minutes.
6. Watch them carefully and take them out when they stop bubbling.
7. They can go from done to burnt in a NY second.

Recommended Products

As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

• 
  Silpat Premium Non-Stick Silicone Baking Mat, Half Sheet Size, 11-5/8 x 16-1/2

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 10Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 15mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 1g

Did you make this recipe?

It would be great if you could take a minute and leave a comment below, as well as how many stars you think it deserves. Help other readers by asking any questions you have or sharing any modifications to the recipe. I'd love to hear how you served it! If you are on Instagram, then tag @nourishandnestle on Instagram and hashtag it #nourishandnestle! Many Thanks

We like this soup so much I’ve made it twice since Christmas. My next task is to make a large batch and can it.

This soup almost makes me wish for another cold and dreary day so I have a great excuse to whip up another batch.  Do you have a go-to recipe on a cold/rainy day?

Thanks again for spending a few minutes of your busy day with me today.

Please know that I welcome each and every comment that comes my way. If you want to make sure you don’t miss future content, pop your email in the beige box up on the right or click here.  I usually send out 2-3 emails a week, so I won’t inundate your inbox…believe me, I’m sensitive to an overflowing email inbox!

By subscribing to Nourish and Nestle, we will only use your email address to send you emails (no more than 2-3 per week) that will keep you up to date with the latest news and content on the site.  In addition, you will have access to my growing library of knit & crochet patterns, as well as other printables.  This library will continue to grow, so check back often.

And please know that you can unsubscribe at any time by emailing me or clicking on the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of all of our emails.

You can access many of the products I refer to in all of my posts on my Nourish and Nestle Amazon Page. You can access it here.

So, if you’d like to get in on the ‘subscriber benefit’ action, simply subscribe to Nourish and Nestle here or using the form on the right sidebar. It’s towards the top a bit. I have sent all my subscribers the link to the Subscriber Benefits Library. If you missed it or misplaced it, drop me a line.

Until next time…

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