Fresh Tomato Soup
Savor the comforting flavors of homemade Fresh Tomato Soup, a vibrant and velvety dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes. This classic recipe combines fresh produce like juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and sweet yellow onion, simmered to perfection with vegetable broth and a touch of tomato paste for added depth. A swirl of heavy cream lends luxurious creaminess, while freshly chopped basil infuses each spoonful with a burst of herbaceous flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Serve it warm with crusty bread for dipping, and garnish with extra basil for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Whether you’re looking for a light starter or a comforting main, this Fresh Tomato Soup is a timeless crowd-pleaser that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 6 large, roughly chopped fresh tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (plus extra for garnish) fresh basil
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender (be careful with hot liquids).
Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream and chopped fresh basil.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 4128 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3969 mg | 84% | |
*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.
