Garden Basil Tomato Soup
Indulge in the comforting, vibrant flavors of homemade Garden Basil Tomato Soup—a wholesome dish that brings the freshness of the garden straight to your table. This recipe combines ripe, juicy tomatoes and fragrant fresh basil for a classic pairing that bursts with natural sweetness and herbaceous notes. A quick sauté of onions and garlic in olive oil builds a rich, aromatic base, while simmering the soup with chicken or vegetable broth enhances its depth. Blend it to a velvety consistency and, for an extra touch of indulgence, stir in a splash of heavy cream. Perfect as a light meal or a starter course, this easy, 45-minute recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Serve steaming hot with a crusty loaf of bread or your favorite grilled cheese for a complete, soul-soothing experience. Keywords: garden basil tomato soup, homemade tomato soup, fresh tomato basil soup recipe, creamy tomato basil soup, quick soup recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 8 large, chopped fresh tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup, packed fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the chopped fresh tomatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the fresh basil leaves to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth, or carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and puree in batches.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a creamier texture.
Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and sugar (if needed) to balance the flavors.
Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.7 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 5904 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3324 mg | 71% | |
*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.
