Vegan Tomato Clear Soup with Vegetables

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes (400 g), chopped
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, cabbage), diced (120 g)
• 1 small onion, sliced (60 g)
• 2 cups water or light vegetable stock (480 ml)
• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• salt to taste (about 3/4 tsp)
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Preparation

1. Heat oil; crackle cumin seeds, add onion and sauté briefly until soft.
2. Add tomatoes, turmeric, pepper and salt; cook 4–5 minutes until pulpy.
3. Pour in water or stock; bring to a gentle boil.
4. Add mixed vegetables; simmer 8–10 minutes until just tender.
5. Adjust seasoning; keep broth clear and light, not thick.
6. Finish with coriander and serve hot.