Tomato Soup

This Vegan Moroccan Tomato Soup is a fragrant and hearty dish that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine with its blend of spices and fresh ingredients. Perfectly spiced and vibrant, it warms the soul while offering a delightful taste of North Africa.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 500 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic, chopped red bell pepper, and diced carrot to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook the spices for 1 minute to release their aromas.
4. Chop the ripe tomatoes and add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Once the tomatoes are soft, use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add a little more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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