Provence Tomato Soup
Transport your taste buds to the sunny fields of southern France with this Provence Tomato Soup, a comforting and elegant dish brimming with Mediterranean flavors. Featuring ripe, juicy tomatoes infused with aromatic Herbes de Provence, fresh thyme, and a touch of garlic, this soup captures the essence of rustic French cuisine. Simmered to perfection and blended until velvety smooth, it's subtly enhanced with a hint of sugar and a swirl of optional heavy cream for a luxurious finish. Pair this vibrant, herbaceous soup with crusty bread and garnish with fresh basil for a meal that feels effortlessly gourmet. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a main course, this Provence Tomato Soup is a timeless celebration of simple yet bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried Herbes de Provence
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- 4 slices crusty bread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Stir in the Herbes de Provence, fresh thyme sprigs, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to soften.
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf, then blend the soup using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches until smooth (be careful with hot liquids).
Optional: Stir in the heavy cream for added richness and heat the soup gently for another 2 minutes without boiling.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with crusty bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.6 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 5914 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.8 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.5 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.7 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 4919 mg | 105% | |
*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.
