Description
Warm your soul with this comforting classic tomato soup, perfect for chilly evenings. This simple yet satisfying dish combines ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and garlic for a heartwarming experience that transports you back to cozy moments shared with loved ones. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a grilled cheese sandwich, each spoonful is a delightful reminder of home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (or 2 tsp dried basil)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the tomatoes into quarters. Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add diced onions and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil leaves. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a countertop blender.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired, alongside crusty bread or grilled cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg