Description
Creamy Tomato Soup Juneteenth is a soul-warming dish that combines the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes, aromatic spices, and creamy texture. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this velvety soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches. Celebrate heritage and togetherness with every comforting spoonful of this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant (1 minute).
- Add chopped tomatoes to the pot, stirring until they release their juices (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return soup to low heat; stir in cream or coconut milk along with chopped basil. Warm through for another 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg