v8 tomato soup

This V8 tomato soup is hearty and retains the small bits of tomatoes. Also, the spices add a gourmet flavor. This is part of our Soups, Sides, Holidays, Thanksgiving, & Christmas categories.

This extremely unique and EASY creation of tomato soup has the perfect melding of fresh flavors of tomatoes and other ingredients.
tomato soup homemade recipe
tomato soup homemade recipe

Creamy V8 Tomato Soup Recipe

This extremely unique and EASY creation of tomato soup has the perfect melding of fresh flavors of tomatoes and other ingredients.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 225kcal

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Ingredients 

Sauté Ingredients

  • Tbsp butter or olive oil
  • ½ large sweet onion diced fine
  • 2 tsp minced garlic or ½ amount of garlic powder

Post Sauté Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour after sauté is done
  • 2 cups milk

Final Ingredients

  • cups Tomato Juice or V-8 Original Juice
  • 2 medium tomatoes diced very small or pulse to be crushed using blender
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 pinch salt optional or to taste
  • ½ tsp basil or double amount, if fresh basil
  • ½ tsp chicken bouillon granules
  • ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper

Garnish

  • ½ tsp parsley flakes as a garnish

Instructions 

  • Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic in the butter (or olive oil) for about 5 minutes at medium high heat.
    ½ large sweet onion, 2 tsp minced garlic, 1½ Tbsp butter
  • Add in the flour and stir quickly to form a paste. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly, emphasizing to also scrape the pan bottom.
    1 Tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk
  • After it comes to a boil, add in the Final Ingredients and stir frequently. When it's starting to boil again, reduce heat to simmer and serve.
    1½ cups Tomato Juice or V-8 Original Juice, 2 medium tomatoes, 2 tsp sugar, ½ tsp basil, ½ tsp chicken bouillon granules, ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper, 1 pinch salt
  • Garnish each bowl with a small dash of parsley.
    ½ tsp parsley flakes

Notes

Alternate Options:
  • 2 fresh tomatoes can be replaced with 1 can (14.5 ozs) diced tomatoes
  • 1-1/2 cups tomato juice (or V8 juice) can be replaced with 2 cans (15 ozs ea.) tomato sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 221mg | Potassium: 798mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1671IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 1mg
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SOURCE: DarnGoodRecipes.com™
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FAQ and Tips on This V8 Tomato Soup Recipe

Can I run the tomatoes through a blender or extractor?

Yes. It’s easiest with something that does extraction, like for smoothies or other strong food processor. We use our large Nutri-bullet with about 2-3 short pulses.

Can I use canned tomatoes instead?

Absolutely Yes! Use 1 can (14.5 ozs.) for every 2 fresh tomatoes being replaced.

Can I make V8 Tomato Soup without tomatoes?

Yes; just add in 1-1/2 cups (for every 2 tomatoes being replaced) of the tomato juice or V-8 to compensate.

Finished creamy homemade v8 tomato soup
Bowl of creamy V8 tomato soup

What are some other additives I can use in this V8 tomato soup recipe?

You can add in some finely diced celery and carrots to cook along with the onions. However, the celery will take longer to soften and the carrots will take even longer than that. So, you might be adding about 15 or more minutes to cooking time.

Finally, you can add some homemade croutons from the oven onto this tomato soup.

There are a ton of preferences for what goes with tomato soup. Overall, here are some very popular ones:

For something heavier but not bulky for a meal, you can consider a stew recipe. However, for a change of pace for soups, try this Spicy Black Bean Soup homemade recipe.

Nutritional Values of Homemade Tomato Soup

There are about 225 calories in this V8 Tomato Soup recipe. Also, for other detailed nutritional values, see the <Print Recipe> option.

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Also, check out this delicious other version of a Homemade V8 Tomato Soup from Food Devoted.

Conclusion

So, now you know how to make a very hearty, homemade V8 tomato soup. The degree and the selection of each ingredient is well balanced for that unique medley of flavors that taste individually but complementary. Also, it’s quite shocking as to how quick this can be prepared. So, give it a try!

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