Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup with Basil Ww 2 Points
Savor the warm, comforting flavors of this Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup with Basil, a classic dish reimagined to be both indulgent and health-conscious at just 2 Weight Watchers points per serving. Made with sweet, ripe tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a touch of creamy skim milk, this soup strikes the perfect balance between rich, velvety textures and garden-fresh brightness. The addition of garlic and onion, sautéed in a hint of olive oil, enhances its savory depth, while low-sodium vegetable broth keeps it light yet satisfying. Perfect for a cozy lunch or as an elegant starter, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and makes enough to serve four. Blend it to silky perfection and garnish with extra basil for a wholesome, aromatic dish that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 5 cups Fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Skim milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender.
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the skim milk.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes over low heat until heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 416 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1121 mg | 24% | |
*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.
