Vegan Sopa de Fideo

Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of vegan sopa de fideo, featuring roasted tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and toasted noodles. This dish is quick and easy to make, requires only 6 ingredients, and is ultra-satisfying.

Like sopa de conchas and sopa de coditos, this vegan sopa de fideo is packed with fresh ingredients that provide a host of essential vitamins and minerals. Serve it warm with garnishes like lime juice, avocado, and cilantro for a well-balanced meal.

Why I love this recipe

Whenever I feel under the weather, I whip up a batch of this trusty vegan sopa de fideo to warm me from the inside out! It always does the trick.

Short, thin noodles are first toasted in oil before being cooked in a tomato broth. I roast the tomatoes first to add an unparalleled depth. Once simmered, each spoonful is packed with smoky, tangy, and toasty notes.

Using everyday pantry staples and following my easy-to-follow steps, you can throw it together in no time! Whether it’s a weekday lunch, dinner with friends, or a sick day meal, this recipe will be your new go-to.

Ingredient notes

This vegan sopa de fideo uses just 6 easily accessible ingredients. Find a full breakdown and suitable substitutes below!

Tomatoes
Once roasted, Roma tomatoes impart a rich, tangy flavor. I prefer them for their firm texture and low moisture content, making them perfect for roasting and blending.

Substitute: If Romas aren’t available, use plum or canned fire-roasted tomatoes. The flavor will differ slightly, but they’ll still work in a pinch.

Aromatics
Fresh onion and garlic give the soup a savory, earthy, and slightly sweet taste and aroma. Yellow and white onions work equally well.

Substitute: In a pinch, you can use garlic powder. Add ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder for each clove. For a milder onion option, try shallots.

Vegetable broth
Homemade or store-bought veggie broth both work. You can also try Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base to emulate non-vegan versions.

Fideo pasta
This type of thin noodle is typically made from durum wheat and cut short before packaging. Like Lipton noodle soup, it absorbs the rich tomato broth as it cooks.

Substitute: If you can’t find fideo pasta, try vermicelli, angel hair pasta, or spaghetti broken into shorter lengths.

For a complete ingredient list and step-by-step guide, scroll down to the recipe card.

How to make

Learn how easy it is to make vegan sopa de fideo with my step-by-step instructions. Look for the tips in green throughout this section for consistent and successful results! Also, you can watch my video tutorial down below!

Preparation

Start by preheating your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to roast those juicy Roma tomatoes! Wash and cut any large tomatoes in half for quicker cooking.

Cooking

Step 1
Roast the tomatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through. This concentrates their flavor, adding a rich depth to the soup.

Turning the tomatoes halfway through the roasting process ensures even cooking and caramelization, so don’t forget to set a timer!

Step 2
Once roasted, blend the roasted tomatoes with chopped onions and garlic. This step infuses the flavors seamlessly, creating a smooth base for your soup.

You can add a bit of vegetable broth to the blender to help achieve a smooth puree without overworking your blender.

Step 3
Heat some vegetable oil in a large pot and toast the noodles for a few minutes until they’re golden brown. Stir the noodles fairly constantly to prevent burning.

Toasting the noodles not only adds flavor but also helps prevent the noodles from turning too soggy.

Step 4
Pour the tomato mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the broth and gently simmer the fideo soup for 10 minutes until the pasta becomes al dente, then season it with salt and pepper. Happy eating!

I recommend tasting and seasoning the soup with salt and pepper as you go for a well-balanced flavor.

Serving suggestions

Take your bowl of sopa de fideo to the next level with flavorful toppings like lime wedges, avocado cubes, vegan queso fresco, vegan cotija cheese, dairy-free sour cream, and vegan Mexican crema.

You can also add a handful of fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Or, try Mexican oregano for an earthy, citrusy element. To clear your sinuses, don’t forget a dash of hot sauce or salsa taquera!

Cooking tips

Strain the sauce: For the smoothest broth, strain the tomato mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the pot.

Adjust the consistency: If you prefer a thinner soup, add more broth until it reaches your preferred consistency.

Simmer over consistent heat: Maintain a steady simmer for even cooking.

Season in layers: Season your soup in layers. Adding salt and pepper at different stages builds more complex flavors.

Frequently asked questions

Storing & reheating

This sopa de fideo recipe is best enjoyed fresh because of the pasta, but it is possible to store leftovers for future meals. Let it cool to room temperature before storing.

Fridge
You can store this soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Freezer
Vegan sopa de fideo keeps well in the freezer for up to a month. I recommend storing it in freezer-safe single-serving containers. That way, the thawing and reheating process is easier.

Reheating
Heat this soup on your stovetop over low-medium for 2-3 minutes until warm. You can also heat it in the microwave in 30-45 second bursts. If it’s frozen, thaw your fideo soup in the fridge overnight before heating.

Serving size

This vegan sopa de fideo recipe is designed to serve around 4 people, making it a perfect choice for small family meals or gatherings. From my personal experience, recipes like this are best enjoyed fresh.

However, you can prepare the broth in advance. When you’re ready to eat, just toast the noodles and simmer them with the broth. You can easily double or triple the broth measurements and store them in the fridge or freezer for quick meals later.

This batch cooking technique saves time on busy days, helps reduce grocery costs, and gives you a homemade, wholesome meal ready to go whenever you need one.

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Note: I’ve updated this post to include new information and helpful tips about the recipe.