Romanian Tomato Soup- Dairy Free- a delicious recipe that can change the way you look at the American classic tomato soup. This recipe is not made with dairy or flour.
This soup is part of my awesome Soup recipes collection. However, I know that many of you might also be interested in more Romanian soups. You can try this Chicken Soup With Sour Cream And Garlic, this light Fish Soup- Romanian style, or this Romanian Meatballs Sour Soup.
They are all great and bring a glimpse of what Romanian cuisine means.
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Why You Should Try This Recipe:
- Authentic Flavor: Savored during hot Bucharest summers while I was growing up, this soup brings the taste of fresh market tomatoes, aromatic celeriac, and parsley right to your bowl.
- Versatility: Perfect for both hot summer days and cool winter evenings, it's a year-round delight.
- Healthful and Wholesome: Free from dairy and flour, it's suitable for various dietary needs, offering a hearty, nutritious option.
- Fun for Kids: Make it exciting for children using pasta letters, turning mealtime into an interactive experience.
What makes this soup different from other tomato soups?
If you live like me, in a very cold climate, tomatoes taste pretty bad in the middle of January.
My version of tomato soup does not have any dairy or flour in it, except for the choice of pasta or rice. The pasta or the rice will thicken up the soup a little bit. This is what makes this Romanian tomato soup different than the Classic creamy American tomato soup.
There is texture in the soup, as I use fresh vegetables like carrots, celery (or celeriac), and peppers. If you make the soup for children and want to keep it interesting, use pasta letters and make them identify the letters while they eat the soup. This would be a fun way for them to enjoy this fabulous healthy soup without complaints.
Of course, you can also use any kind of small pasta you like: orzo, vermicelli, angel hair pasta, etc.
Ingredients needed
- Vegetables: Carrots, onions, red bell peppers, and celeriac (or celery) for a nutritious base.
- Tomatoes: Fresh in summer or canned in winter for consistent quality.
- Pasta/Rice: Adds a slight thickness to the soup.
- Herbs: Fresh parsley or basil for a flavor boost.
- Optional: Tomato puree or canned tomatoes for added convenience.
How to make:
Step 1. To make this Romanian tomato soup, you start by placing the oil in a soup pot and heating it up on the stove.
Step 2. To that, add chopped vegetables, onions, carrots, peppers, celery root, or celery and sauté them together until they develop the flavor.
Step 3. Add tomatoes that you blended before or tomato puree (crushed tomatoes or sauce) and water (or vegetable stock). Add salt to your taste, but make sure that if you use water instead of broth, you will need more salt.
Step 4. Simmer the soup until the vegetables are almost cooked, which means they should be soft but not mushy. At that point, add the pasta or rice and cook for a few more minutes.
Both pasta and rice will add starchiness to your soup, and while it is not going to be creamy, like the American one, it will be very enjoyable.
Expert tips:
- Roasting the Tomatoes: For a more intense and complex tomato flavor, try roasting the fresh tomatoes before blending them. This caramelizes the sugars and adds a depth of flavor that's truly unique.
- Pasta Choices: If you're making the soup ahead of time, consider using whole-grain pasta, which holds its texture better in soups, especially if freezing and reheating.
Storage:
Refrigerator: Allow the soup to cool to room temperature. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezer: This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Make sure to let it cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Leave some space at the top, as the soup will expand when frozen.
Reheating: Gently reheat the soup on the stove over medium heat until heated through. If reheating from frozen, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before warming.
Recipe faqs:
Absolutely! You can try herbs like thyme or oregano to add different flavors. Experimenting with fresh herbs is encouraged to match your taste preferences.
It can be served both warm and cold, making it versatile for any season. A grilled cheese sandwich is a classic option that perfectly goes with this soup.
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📖 Recipe
Romanian Tomato Soup- Dairy Free
Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1-2 medium carrots diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 red bell peppers diced
- 1 celeriac diced or 2-3 stalks of celery chopped small
- 2 pounds tomatoes chopped and blended in a blender
- ¼ cup rice or 2 handfuls of pasta
- ½ bunch of chopped parsley or 1-2 teaspoons dried parsley or basil
- 8 cups water or vegetable broth
- salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Use 16-18oz canned Tomato puree, canned chopped tomatoes, canned diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Clean and chop the vegetables(onion, carrots, peppers, celery)
- Heat up the oil in a soup pot on medium high and add the chopped vegetables. Saute them for few minutes until the flavor is developed.
- Add the blended tomatoes and water or vegetable broth.
- Add salt and pepper to your taste. Be careful if you use vegetable broth, as it might be already salty enough.
- Simmer the soup until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Add the pasta (or the rice) and let it cook for 7-8 minutes or until the rice or the pasta is tender.
- When the soup is cooked, sprinkle the chopped parsley on top of it. If you like basil better, use basil instead of parsley.
- Serve it warm or cold as you prefer.
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