Fresh Tortilla Blender Soup in under 10 minutes
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You can really, really make soup in a blender!!!
I know, right? Who would have thought you could make fresh tortilla blender soup in under ten minutes without even turning your stovetop on? I wouldn't mislead you and will vouch that this is my go-to soup this winter (but it is also very appropriate to enjoy this year-round). I like it because it is quick, is easily adapted based on ingredients at hand and it can be topped with so many different and wonderful things like cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, etc. It can also be made purely vegan by using vegetable broth and substituting the cheese and sour cream for vegan options.
Add your fresh Roma tomato, carrots, celery, broth, garlic, and my secret ingredient: chipotle puree with your spices of choice and set the blender on the soup/hot setting. While it is cooking get the peppers, black beans, and corn ready to go. You can also add chicken or turkey but you won't miss the meat as this is a very filling soup as is. The work effort is so minimal yet everyone who tries this will think that you slaved over the stove.
This recipe was inspired by a recipe that Vitamix demonstrators often use. In fact, I know personally a couple of people that purchased their Vitamix after seeing this recipe made. Being able to enjoy fresh soup to your own specific tastes is a huge selling feature. This recipe, like all of our blender recipes, is made in our Vitamix Pro 750. (<-Affiliate link)
There are a plethora of options. We like to up the chipotle puree, add a bit of our favorite Adobo sauce or add Chipotle Tobasco sauce. You could also try Jalapenos.
What other vegetables could I add to this Soup?
You could easily add onions to this tortilla soup. I can't add those when I'm sharing a batch with my husband but if making for myself, I add them just like I add red and green peppers. Another great option is to add a bit of fresh spinach in the last step.
Can this recipe be Vegan?
Yes, it can. The base recipe is both vegan and vegetarian-friendly. To keep it vegan, you will need to look at the optional toppings and swap out the sour cream and cheese for something vegan-friendly. Avocado is always a good topping.
What other toppings can I add to the Tortilla Soup?
In addition to cheese, sour cream, avocado, and tortilla chips, you could also try avocado crema, green onions, fresh cilantro.
What other kinds of soup recipes can you make in your Vitamix blender?
The sky is the limit. Making soup in my Vitamix is a great way to use up leftovers like in this recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash Carrot Soup. This Homemade Roasted Tomato Soup is also tasty and perfect for dipping grilled cheese in on a cold or rainy day - the perfect comfort food. Another personal fave: Spicy Sweet Potato Soup.
How does the Vitamix blender heat the soup as it blends?
The heat is caused by the friction of the blades. Hear more from Vitamix and get more recipes.
I'm getting hungry for some more blender tortilla soup just thinking about it. Would it be wrong to have it for both lunch and dinner on the same day?
Tortilla Blender Soup
From ingredients to fresh tortilla blender soup in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Tortilla Soup
- 1 Roma tomato
- 6-8 baby carrots
- one stalk of celery
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp chipotle puree, optional
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tsp of cajun spice or taco seasoning
- 1/3 red bell pepper
- 1/3 green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- lime
Toppings (optional)
- shredded cheese
- cilantro
- sour cream
- tortilla chips
- avocado
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place first 7 ingredients in blender and let it run the hot/soup cycle.
- After approximately 6 minutes, steam should be leaving the vented top.
- Cut peppers into strips.
- Add 1/2 the cut peppers to the blender and blend on medium for 30 seconds.
- Add remaining peppers, black beans and corn and pulse 5-10 times until you have reached your desired consistency.
- This will leave you with a soup that has some thickness and texture.
- Pour into two bowls and sprinkle each with juice from 1/4 lime. Add your favourite toppings and enjoy.
Notes
You can also add tortilla chips to the blender in the last step and pulse. I prefer to dip them in the soup or crumble on top as I'm not a big fan of soggy chips.
For a vegan option, use vegetable broth and substitute cheese and sour cream for vegan toppings.
Check out our Tortilla Blender Soup Web Story for a step-by-step walk-through.
Adapted from Vitamix Demonstration Soup
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 386Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 1645mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 17gSugar: 12gProtein: 14g
Please note, that the nutritional details are an estimate only and may differ depending on the source of your ingredients.
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LindySez says
This sounds really interesting. I'm intrigued. I don't use my Vitamix functions enough and I think this might motivate me to try some new things.. Cheers
BlenderHappy says
You really need to use your vitamix more...I use mine at least twice per day and couldn't live with out it...ok, maybe I'm being a bit dramatic 🙂
Kathy Hester says
This is one of my favorite soups and now I know I can make it in the blender!! You've made my night.
BlenderHappy says
Thanks Kathy! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Tania @ COOKTORIA says
I love this soup! All Mexican soups are so full of flavor! I will definitely give it a try!
BlenderHappy says
I totally agree with you Tania. I love full flavored soups and this one doesn't disappoint.
Jenn says
I just got my vitamix about a month ago and I’ve only made smoothies, juices and ‘nice cream’. So when I found your recipe on Pinterest, let’s say that I was ecstatic to try it out! I’m a huge fan of tortilla soup but haven’t had it since I went vegan almost 3 years ago. This recipe was easy to veganize, and since I like my food spicy, I added a Serrano and jalapeño for an extra kick.
Needless to say, my whole family enjoyed the soup and everyone asked for seconds!!!
Thanks for sharing
BlenderHappy says
Glad everyone enjoyed! I love to add extra kick when I make it too. This recipe is easily customizable for those that can handle a little extra heat.
Kit Graham says
I love Tortilla Soup! I haven't made it in so long - this just inspired me!
BlenderHappy says
Awesome! I'm glad I'm not the only one who loves Tortilla Soup.
Kaitiw says
This looks amazing and so easy to make. Great especially as a last minute e"uh, i don't know what too make for dinner" moment! Love it and all the flavours combined!
BlenderHappy says
Couldn't agree more. You really don't need to plan in advance at all since the ingredients are all pretty common.
Judy Kahansky says
I love homemade soups so this one is my list! Thanks for a great recipe!
Kylee @KyleeCooks.com says
Oh man. I'm going to need to buy a vitamix, aren't I!!!
BlenderHappy says
I'm probably a bit biased but I highly recommend a Vitamix but have also heard great things about Blendtec.
Lori Ezzo Babich says
The Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking Blender is the bomb for great soups... and it virtually cleans itself !
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
Beautiful soup...tortilla soups are one of the few soups everyone in our house likes 🙂
Lindsey | Lou Lou Biscuit says
I used to work at a kitchen store where we would demo Vitamix all the time. I loved watching people's reactions when they would watch us make hot soup right in the blender! This sounds absolutely delicious!
BlenderHappy says
I still get amazed at what I can make in my Vitamix and I use it every day so can totally picture the surprised faces 🙂
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Sounds delicious and so easy to make!