Tomato Basil Soup
Warm your soul with this irresistible Tomato Basil Soup, a comforting classic that’s bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly ripe tomatoes take center stage, simmered with fragrant garlic, sautéed onion, and aromatic basil to create a rich, savory base. A touch of cream gives this velvety soup its luscious texture, while a hint of sugar balances the tomatoes’ natural tanginess. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy homemade soup is perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh basil on top and pair it with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort meal. This simple, vegetarian recipe is both satisfying and full of vibrant, garden-fresh goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes, until they start to break down.
Pour in the vegetable broth, then stir in the chopped basil leaves, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the pot from the heat and carefully blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth, or blend in batches using a countertop blender. If using a countertop blender, ensure to let the steam escape to prevent pressure build-up.
Return the blended soup to the pot, if necessary, and gently stir in the heavy cream, heating the soup through over low heat.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if desired.
Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with the additional chopped fresh basil. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4724 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.9 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 5740 mg | 122% | |
*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.
