Tomato Soup Recipes: Amazing Soups with Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a delicious and versatile ingredient, so they are an excellent ingredient for making soup. Many different tomato soup recipes combine different textures and flavours, and you can experiment to find options that work for you. To give you some inspiration for new recipes to try, here are some of our favourite tomato soup recipes, along with reasons to use tomatoes in soup, how to cook tomatoes for soup, and some additional tips for making tomato soups.

Why Should You Use Tomatoes in Soup?

There are many reasons to use tomatoes as an ingredient in soups.

• Versatility: Tomatoes are a versatile ingredient to use for soups, as they come in many varieties and complement many other flavours.
• Flavour: Tomatoes are more flavoursome if you buy them in season or grow your own. Depending on the type of tomatoes you use and how you cook them, tomatoes can add fruitiness, acidity, or sweetness to a soup.
• Speed: Tomatoes cook quickly, so they are a fantastic ingredient to use if you have limited time available.
• Popularity: Tomatoes are a food that most people enjoy. It is particularly important to know what is popular if you are making soup to cater for others and serving from a catering soup kettle.  
• Price: If you have a limited budget, then it is important to use low-cost ingredients, and tomatoes are a good option.

Our Favourite Tomato Soup Recipes

Tomato Soup Recipes: Gazpacho

Although most soups are hot, cold soups are a refreshing and light option when the weather is warm. One of the most popular cold soup recipes is gazpacho, which contains tomatoes, cucumber, and flavourings. Gazpacho is a traditional Spanish dish, and it is full of Mediterranean flavours. Try our gazpacho recipe.

Soup with a Kick: Bloody Mary Tomato Soup

Bloody Mary tomato soup is a twist on traditional tomato soups as it has a kick from the vodka and spices. It is a soup that you can serve either hot or cold, and you can make it as a starter, a main course, or even as an amuse-bouche. Try our Bloody Mary tomato soup recipe.

Traditional Soup Recipe: Cream of Tomato Soup

One of the most traditional tomato soup recipes is cream of tomato soup, although there are many different variations and recipes. Our recipe for tomato soup is quick and easy to make, yet full of flavour. Try our recipe for cream of tomato soup here.

Tomato, Courgette, and Pepper Soup: Mediterranean Flavours

Our tomato, courgette, and pepper soup (tomato, zucchini, and pepper soup), is one of the most popular soups on Super Souper Ed. Although this is a summer soup, you can serve it at any time of the year if the ingredients are available. The ingredients of this soup are typical of Mediterranean dishes. Try our tomato, courgette and pepper soup (pictured).

Tomato Soup Recipes: Tomato and Orange Soup

Many people often forget that tomatoes are a fruit, as they are often served in a savoury way. However, the fact that they are a fruit means that tomatoes complement the flavours of many other fruits. They work particularly well with citrus fruits, and orange is a fantastic flavour addition to a tomato soup. You can try our tomato and orange soup here.

Tomato Soup Recipes: Tomato and Basil Soup

Tomatoes work well with many herbs and spices. To create a soup with Mediterranean flavours, the ideal herb to choose is basil. Our tomato and basil soup recipe is simple to make, flavoursome, and a budget-friendly option.

Zupa Pomidorowa: Polish Tomato Soup

A traditional Polish soup that features tomatoes is zupa pomidorowa. It is also similar to the popular Italian soup minestrone, as pasta is another important ingredient.

Rasam: An Indian Spiced Tomato Soup

Rasam is a popular Indian soup. It is a thin broth featuring tomatoes, tamarind, and various herbs and spices. There are many versions of the recipe, and you can read our rasam recipe here.

How to Cook Tomatoes for Soup

• Sautee: An easy way to cook tomatoes for soup before adding stock is to simmer them in a pan first.
• Simmer: The most common way to cook tomatoes for tomato soup is to simmer them in stock.
• Roast: Roasting tomatoes gives them a different flavour by intensifying both sweetness and acidity.
• Soup maker: You can make most types of tomato soup in a soup maker, and in most cases, you will not need to use the sauté function.  

Types of Tomatoes to Use

• Fresh tomatoes: There are many different varieties of tomatoes you can use for making soup, including various species of beef, plum, cherry, and heirloom tomatoes. Each has a different flavour and texture, so you may wish to experiment with different varieties.
• Tinned tomatoes: Using tinned tomatoes in soups is a budget-friendly option, and you can use tinned tomatoes at any time of the year, even when they are not in season. Using tinned tomatoes is also a good way to achieve a deep red colour, as fresh tomatoes can be pale pink or orange.
• Dried tomatoes: When tomatoes are dried, the flavour intensifies, and they take on a different texture. When rehydrated in a soup, they add a burst of intense flavour.
• Tomato puree: Adding tomato puree gives some tomato flavour to a soup that does not contain tomatoes. It also enhances the tomato flavour in tomato soup recipes.
• Passata: According to The Kitchn, passata is a form of uncooked tomato puree that is sieved to remove the skin and seeds. It is a quick, easy ingredient for adding tomato flavour to soups.
  

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🍅 Tips for Storing Tomato Soups

1. Cool the Soup Properly First

Let the soup cool for 30–45 minutes before storing. Hot soup trapped in a container creates condensation, which can dilute flavour and shorten freshness.

2. Refrigerate in Airtight Containers

• Store in sealed jars or containers.
• Tomato soup keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
• Stir before reheating — separation is normal.

3. Freeze for Long‑Term Storage

Tomato soup freezes beautifully because tomatoes hold their structure well.

• Freeze in portions for easy reheating.
• Leave space at the top of the container for expansion.
• Keeps for up to 3 months.

4. Avoid Freezing Dairy‑Based Tomato Soups

If your tomato soup contains cream, milk, or cheese, freeze before adding dairy.
Dairy can split when frozen, giving a grainy texture.
Add cream after reheating instead.

5. Label with Date & Type

Especially useful if you’re storing multiple soups — tomato basil, roasted tomato, tomato & red pepper, etc.

6. Reheat Gently

• Warm on the hob over medium heat.
• Add a splash of water or stock if it has thickened.
• Stir well to bring it back to a smooth consistency.

7. Refresh the Flavour After Storing

Tomato soups can mellow over time. Brighten them with:

• A pinch of salt
• A splash of cream
• A drizzle of olive oil
• Fresh basil or cracked pepper

8. Don’t Store with Pasta or Rice Mixed In

If your tomato soup includes pasta, rice, or grains, store them separately.They absorb liquid and turn mushy in the fridge or freezer.

Additional Tips

• Experiment with different tomato varieties to find flavours that you like.
• Tomatoes work well with lots of herbs and spices. Therefore, you can add flavour to soups with tomatoes by adding ingredients such as basil, chilli, oregano, garlic, and paprika.