Description
Classic Tomato Soup is a soul-soothing dish that combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes with aromatic garlic and herbs, delivering a burst of flavor in every spoonful. Ideal for warming up on a chilly day or enjoying as a nostalgic meal paired with grilled cheese, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Experience the rich, comforting essence of homemade Classic Tomato Soup that will bring joy to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash and chop tomatoes; dice onion and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes along with their juices. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth (or carefully blend in batches).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg