Heart-Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup
Warm up with a bowl of *Heart-Healthy Homemade Tomato Soup*, a nourishing and flavorful comfort food perfect for any season. Brimming with the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes, carrots, and celery, this recipe is light on sodium yet rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Sautéed onions and garlic create a fragrant base, while fresh basil leaves lend vibrant herbal notes to this creamy, dairy-free soup. A quick 15-minute preparation and simple simmering process result in a silky, wholesome dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this low-calorie, heart-friendly soup pairs beautifully with a slice of whole-grain bread or a crisp side salad. Try this easy homemade recipe for a nutritious take on classic tomato soup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium Carrot, chopped
- 1 medium Celery stalk, chopped
- 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup Basil leaves, fresh
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes, carrot, and celery to the pot and stir.
Pour the low-sodium vegetable broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, work in batches to blend the soup in a countertop blender.
Return the blended soup to the pot and gently reheat over low heat.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves, black pepper, and salt.
Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2027 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 422 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 5486 mg | 117% | |
*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.
