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    Published: Oct 25, 2016 · Modified: Apr 21, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · 10 Comments

    Easy Tomato Carrot Soup with Herb Fried Bread

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    I've been thinking about this meal for a very, very long time.  Ever since I opened the September issue of Bon Appétit, in fact.  Now, easy tomato soup is a classic.  One of my favorite quick meals to throw together when I'm lacking fresh ingredients.  But fried bread?  This is completely novel to me.  And it must happen immediately.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    I've been traveling so much, and then the move, so alas, immediately became two months.  But it really is true.  All of the best things in life are worth waiting for.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    The soup itself is quite simple.  Onion, carrots, garlic, tomatoes, smoked paprika, and cayenne.  Simmered together and then lightly blended before serving.  (I like tomato soup best when it retains some of its chunkiness.)  It's freezer-friendly, great for making ahead of time, and can be reheated on either the stovetop or in the microwave for quick weekday lunches.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    This easy tomato soup is delicious...but I think most of us already know that tomato soup is the best, so let's get to the (extra) good stuff.

    Oh, fried bread, where have you been all of my life?

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    Crunchy, fatty, herby goodness.  Delicious all on its own but also the most ideal tomato soup dipping vehicle.  Plus (best part) while the tomato soup is simmering, you have just enough time to get your herb fried bread hot and ready to be eaten.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    When it comes to homemade easy tomato soup with herb fried whole grain bread, it's all about efficiency.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    Is fried bread the "healthiest" or lowest calorie option out there?  Certainly not.

    Should you still try it next time your making homemade soup?  Most definitely.

     

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!Wellness is all about balance and fried bread certainly fits into a healthy, plant-based lifestyle (if I have anything to say about it).

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    So, I tell you, make the fried bread and experience tomato soup in an entirely new (and exceptionally cozy) way.

    Lunchtime will never be the same again.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    Easy Tomato Carrot Soup

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: entree, lunch, Soup
    Cuisine: dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 4 -6
    Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil or cooking oil of choice
    • 1 cup diced red onion
    • 1 cup peeled and diced carrots about 2 medium carrots, I included the green carrot tops
    • 3 cloves minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 2 28 ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes
    • Nutritional yeast and extra virgin olive oil for serving

    Instructions

    • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, onion, garlic, and spiced and cook an additional 5 minutes or until aromatic. Add tomatoes and simmer on low-medium for about 20 minutes, stirring and pressing tomatoes with back of spoon until tomatoes are tender.
    • Remove from heat and carefully transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree (I like to just pulse in my blender 3-4 times to keep some chunks). Pour into bowls and top with nutritional yeast and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Recipe inspired by Bon Appétit September 2016
    Tried this recipe? Tag me on Instagram!Mention @GratefulGrazer or tag #gratefulgrazer.

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!

    Herb Fried Whole Grain Bread

    Delicious vegan recipe for easy tomato soup served with homemade herb fried whole grain bread. Healthier plant-based comfort food for fall!
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    Course: side, Snack
    Cuisine: dairy-free, vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN

    Ingredients

    • ¼ - ½ cup grapeseed oil or frying oil of choice enough to keep a quarter inch of oil in a small skillet
    • 1 tablespoon dried French thyme
    • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast optional
    • 1 teaspoon crushed rosemary
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 8 thick cut slices of whole grain bread

    Instructions

    • Heat oil in small skillet over medium-high heat. Mix together thyme, nutritional yeast, rosemary, and salt and pepper and set aside.
    • Add bread slices to skillet and sprinkle with some of the herb blend. Fry until golden brown and then flip. Sprinkle with more herb blend and fry until other side is browned, about 3 minutes each side. Repeat until all 8 slices of bread are fried and rest slices on a piece of paper towel until ready to serve. Best enjoyed hot and fresh!

    Notes

    Recipe inspired by Bon Appétit September 2016
    Tried this recipe? Tag me on Instagram!Mention @GratefulGrazer or tag #gratefulgrazer.

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    What's your favorite way to eat tomato soup?

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    1. Eden Isaac says

      January 10, 2018 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      I needed a quick & easy recipe for dinner & was so thankful to have stumbled across this post.
      Absolutely delicious! Of course, you can't say anything bad about the bread. Yum!!
      But I have to say, I had never had homemade tomato soup before & it was simply scrumptious! Thank you for the fantastic recipe. 🙂 The bread may be an occasional treat, but that soup will be on repeat until Winter is over.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        January 10, 2018 at 3:31 pm

        Thanks so much for your feedback, Eden! So happy you found my recipe, too—I need to make it again, myself. Great reminder!

        Reply
    2. Find Your Fine says

      November 08, 2016 at 12:39 am

      Great recipe! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        November 11, 2016 at 7:33 am

        Thanks for checking it out! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Deanna Segrave-Daly says

      October 27, 2016 at 7:01 am

      It's definitely soup weather - love love this!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        November 11, 2016 at 7:36 am

        Hooray for soup season!!! Thanks, Deanna! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Liz says

      October 26, 2016 at 5:01 pm

      I saw this on IG and loved it!!! How creative!!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        November 11, 2016 at 7:34 am

        Thanks so much, Liz! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Dianna | Chard in Charge says

      October 26, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      I want to devour that bread right now. I LOVE a good crusty bread for dunking.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        November 11, 2016 at 7:34 am

        The crusty bread is so key. Thanks Dianna! 🙂

        Reply

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