Quick Tomato Rice Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Quick Tomato Rice Soup, a hearty and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes! This easy one-pot recipe combines pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, long-grain white rice, and aromatic herbs such as basil and oregano to create a rich, savory broth. Sautéed onions and garlic form the base, building layers of flavor, while a touch of sugar balances the natural acidity of the tomatoes. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a quick weeknight dinner, this soup is both satisfying and simple to make. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of freshness and umami. Whether you’re craving a classic comfort food or looking for a family-friendly meal, this recipe hits the spot every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the rice, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1498 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 591 mg | 13% | |
*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.
