Description
Tomato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming you up on chilly days. This creamy, homemade recipe showcases the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, enhanced with aromatic garlic and onions. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a delightful bowl that not only nourishes but also evokes nostalgia, especially when paired with a classic grilled cheese sandwich. This versatile soup can easily be customized with fresh herbs or spices to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with family and friends, this Tomato Soup promises a rich flavor experience that comforts the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe fresh tomatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Chop fresh tomatoes and add them to the pot; cook down for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Season with salt and pepper; add fresh basil if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg