Description
Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting classic that brings together the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil in a velvety broth. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or a quick lunch, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, this soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or grilled cheese, making it an ideal choice for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until soft and golden.
- Add chopped tomatoes, salt, and pepper; cook for about 10 minutes until juices are released.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender; leave some texture if desired.
- Stir in torn basil leaves right before serving.
- Optional: Drizzle with heavy cream and serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg