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Tomato Vermicelli Soup — A Soft, Warming Summer Soup for 2-Year-Olds
Cooked with ripe summer tomatoes, this soft vermicelli soup is a warm, filling meal for your 2-year-old. It is prepared without added salt or sugar, with the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and the softness of olive oil.
⚠️ Contains allergens: gluten
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe tomatoes, peeled and grated
- 3 tablespoons orzo-style vermicelli
- 1 small piece finely chopped onion
- 1.5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cups hot water or salt-free vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon dried mint or finely chopped fresh basil (optional)
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium pot; stir the finely chopped onion over low heat, without browning, until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add the peeled, grated tomato; cook over low heat for 5-6 minutes until it releases its juices, thickens and sweetens.
- 3
Pour in the hot water or salt-free vegetable stock; once it comes to a boil, add the vermicelli.
- 4
Lower the heat and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring now and then, until the vermicelli is fully soft.
- 5
If you like, add the dried mint or fresh basil and cook for 1 more minute; take off the heat.
- 6
For a smoother texture for your 2-year-old, lightly mash the soup or blend it briefly.
- 7
Cool to lukewarm and serve in small portions with a spoon, always under your supervision.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Ripe summer tomatoes contain vitamin C and lycopene, which can add a colourful contribution to your child's balanced diet. With its liquid texture, the soup can support gentle fluid intake on warm days. The vermicelli gives soft fullness, while extra-virgin olive oil offers healthy fat. No added salt or sugar is used; the flavour comes from the tomatoes' own natural taste, and the soft texture suits 2-year-olds.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we love simple, seasonal and, where possible, organic ingredients; we suggest serving the soup fresh and lukewarm in small portions and choosing a GOTS-certified organic cotton bib for your child to catch the drips at the table. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes; please discuss your child's nutrition and health decisions with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
120
kcal
3 g
protein
16 g
carbs
5 g
fat
2 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.
