Flash in the Pan Zesty Tomato Soup
Quick, comforting, and bursting with bold flavors, Flash in the Pan Zesty Tomato Soup is the ultimate 25-minute recipe to satisfy your craving for something hearty and delicious. Made with pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and a touch of heavy cream, this soup comes together in no time while delivering a rich and velvety texture. The subtle smokiness of paprika and the kick of red pepper flakes elevate its flavor profile, making it anything but ordinary. Perfectly paired with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese, this easy-to-make tomato soup is a go-to for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals. Garnish with fresh basil for a touch of elegance, and enjoy this quick-fix comfort food classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the saucepan, followed by the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the saucepan.
Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.0 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2956 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 2290 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
