Tomato Fennel Soup
Warm up with a bowl of hearty and aromatic Tomato Fennel Soup, the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This wholesome recipe brings together ripe tomatoes, delicate fennel, and fragrant garlic, all simmered in a rich vegetable broth and lightly sweetened with a touch of sugar. Finished with a creamy, velvety texture thanks to optional heavy cream, this soup is both comforting and versatile. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant option for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Garnished with fresh basil, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread for dipping or a crisp green salad, making it a must-try for anyone craving a flavorful tomato-based soup with a unique twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 6 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sliced fennel to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and stir well. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down slightly.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the tomato paste, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh basil. For an optional creamy touch, swirl in a small amount of heavy cream before serving.
Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 4794 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.5 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.6 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 5021 mg | 107% | |
*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.
