How many calories are in Cream of Tomato Soup?
Cream of Tomato Soup has about 253 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
Cream of Tomato Soup is a Soups And Creams international recipe with 253 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
253 kcal
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1
Protein
5.8 g
About This Recipe
Cream of Tomato Soup is a soups and creams recipe with broad, cross-cultural appeal rather than roots in a single national cuisine. Dishes like this travel easily between kitchens and regions, picking up local ingredients and techniques along the way, which is why you will find so many variations built around butter, onion, and celery.
Like most enduring soups and creams recipes, this one is less about a rigid formula and more about balance. The version on this page is written for 1 serving and lands at roughly 253 calories each, so you can see exactly how it fits your day before you start cooking.
Plan for about 30 minutes from start to finish. The steps below keep the method approachable for a home cook while staying close to the flavors that make Cream of Tomato Soup worth coming back to.
Ingredients
Instructions
Chop the onion and celery. Remove the seeds from the tomato and cut into small pieces.
Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat and add the onion, celery and tomato.
Add sugar and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for 7-8 minutes. Next, add the broth, milk and tomato sauce.
Mix a spoonful of flour and a little cold water and add to the mixture.
Cook stirring until boiling and boil for 2 more minutes.
Remove and serve hot. Garnish with basil leaves and, if desired, with a few drops of cream.
Nutrition Snapshot
Forkd Score · Limited
This recipe is lighter on nutrient density relative to its per-serving calories.
Calories
253
Protein
5.8g
Carbs
26.3g
Fat
15.4g
Fiber
2.5g
Micronutrients
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Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Meal Prep and Storage
Cream of Tomato Soup can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cream of Tomato Soup has about 253 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
Cream of Tomato Soup takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. That is roughly about 30 minutes of prep. Actual times vary with your equipment and how much you prep in advance.
Most ingredients in Cream of Tomato Soup can be swapped for what you have on hand. Keep substitutions in the same role, trade one vegetable for another, one starch for another, or a protein for a similar protein, so cooking times and texture stay close. For dietary needs you can swap Flour for a gluten-free equivalent and use a plant-based version of Butter. Larger swaps will shift the calories and macros shown on this page.
Cream of Tomato Soup can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used. Let it cool before sealing, and keep it refrigerated rather than at room temperature.
Yes, Cream of Tomato Soup generally freezes well. Cool it completely, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and freeze for up to 2 to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat Cream of Tomato Soup gently until it is piping hot throughout. The microwave is quickest for single portions, while the stovetop or oven keeps the texture closer to fresh. Add a splash of water or oil if it looks dry.
Yes. Cream of Tomato Soup is written for 1 serving, and you can multiply or divide every ingredient by the same factor to scale it. Keep the ratios identical and check for doneness rather than watching the clock, since cooking times change only slightly. The calories and macros above are per serving, so they stay the same when you scale evenly.
Use a large pot or Dutch oven for Cream of Tomato Soup so there is room to simmer without boiling over.
Cream of Tomato Soup is done when the ingredients are tender and heated through and the flavors have come together. Taste toward the end of cooking and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Yes. Cream of Tomato Soup is suitable for vegetarians as written.
Cream of Tomato Soup is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes Flour. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Yes. This recipe includes Milk, Tree Nut, and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Cream of Tomato Soup can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
To make Cream of Tomato Soup higher in protein, add a lean protein source or swap part of the starch for a higher-protein ingredient. To lower calories, reduce calorie-dense toppings or oils while keeping the core ingredients the same.
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