Fresh Tomato Soup with Basil Oil
Experience the comforting simplicity of homemade Fresh Tomato Soup with Basil Oil, a dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. This quick and easy recipe features a luscious, velvety blend of sautéed onions, garlic, and perfectly ripe tomatoes simmered with vegetable broth, then puréed to silky perfection. A drizzle of aromatic basil oil, made from fresh basil leaves and olive oil, adds a gourmet touch and bursts of herbaceous flavor to every bowl. With an optional splash of heavy cream for added richness, this soup delivers a satisfying balance of freshness and indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the ultimate cozy meal to showcase seasonal produce, perfect for a light lunch, an elegant starter, or a comforting dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream (optional)
- 1 bunch Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups Olive oil (for basil oil)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and have broken down.
While the soup is simmering, prepare the basil oil: Blend the fresh basil leaves and 1/4 cup of olive oil in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
Once the soup has simmered, use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream to add richness to the soup.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle the prepared basil oil over the top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.2 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.9 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 4159 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 420 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 5189 mg | 110% | |
*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.
