Super Simple but Oh So Tasty Tomato Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of "Super Simple but Oh So Tasty Tomato Soup," a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. This homemade tomato soup features a handful of pantry staples like canned whole peeled tomatoes, vegetable broth, and fragrant garlic, balanced with a hint of sugar for just the right touch of sweetness. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s as satisfying as it is simple, with the option to add a creamy swirl of heavy cream or fresh basil for extra elegance. Whether served with a crunchy slice of buttery bread or paired with your favorite grilled cheese sandwich, this classic recipe delivers bold, wholesome flavors in every spoonful. Perfect for tomato soup lovers looking for a comforting yet effortless meal idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional, for serving)
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned tomatoes (including their juice) and use a spoon to gently break them up into smaller pieces.
Add the vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend to your desired consistency.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and, if desired, drizzle with a splash of heavy cream and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4476 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*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.
