Herbed Tomato Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Herbed Tomato Soup, a simple yet flavorful recipe that highlights the vibrant taste of ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs. This classic soup is elevated with aromatic basil and thyme, a pinch of sugar for balance, and creamy optional add-ins like heavy cream for a luxurious texture. Perfect for chilly evenings, this homemade tomato soup comes together in just 40 minutes with pantry staples like canned tomatoes and vegetable stock. Whether served as a light lunch with crusty bread or as an elegant starter garnished with Parmesan and fresh basil, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, herb-infused comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cups heavy cream (optional)
- 0.25 cups (grated) parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the canned tomatoes along with their juices to the pot. Use a wooden spoon to break up the tomatoes into smaller chunks.
Pour in the vegetable stock and stir to combine.
Add the fresh basil leaves, fresh thyme, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer texture.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with grated parmesan cheese and a few extra basil leaves, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 5402 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 950 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2466 mg | 52% | |
*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.
