Jul 14 2026
Restaurants›Panera›Vegetarian Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe

Vegetarian Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe

Inspired by Panera
Time45m
Serves4

Make Vegetarian Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Base Ingredients

Seasoning

Creamy Component

Method

Cooking the Base

  1. 1

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Vegetables

    Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Building the Soup

  1. 3

    Incorporate Tomatoes

    Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  2. 4

    Season the Soup

    Add dried basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 5

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Blend the Soup

    Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.

  2. 7

    Add Creaminess

    Stir in the coconut milk until fully incorporated. Heat through for an additional 5 minutes.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot.

More from Panera