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Simple Vegan Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Recipe

A creamy, flavorful tomato soup served with a crispy, melty vegan grilled cheese sandwich. Simple, satisfying, and packed with comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tomato Soup:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp maple syrup optional, to balance acidity
  • ½ cup coconut milk for creaminess
For the Vegan Grilled Cheese:
  • 8 slices sourdough or whole wheat bread
  • 4 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1 cup shredded vegan cheese or 4 slices

Method
 

Make the Soup:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and seasonings. Stir well.
  3. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  4. Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
  5. Stir in coconut milk for extra creaminess and let it warm through.
Make the Grilled Cheese:
  1. Spread vegan butter on one side of each bread slice.
  2. Place a slice (or shredded) vegan cheese between two slices of bread, buttered side out.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill each sandwich for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Serve & Enjoy:
  1. Pour the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.
  2. Slice the grilled cheese sandwiches in half and serve alongside.
  3. Dip, dunk, and enjoy every bite of this cozy classic!

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 420
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 10g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 25%
  • Vitamin C: 35%
  • Calcium: 12%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Potassium: 20%

Tips for the Best Soup & Sandwich Combo

  • Use fire-roasted tomatoes for a smoky depth of flavor.
  • Let the grilled cheese rest for a minute before slicing to prevent cheese spillage.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Final Thought

This meal is the definition of simple, cozy, and ridiculously satisfying. So grab your biggest bowl, your crispiest bread, and get dunking! 🍅🥪✨