Description
Warm up with this delightful Easy Tomato Soup, a comforting blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy nights in, this soup is simple to prepare and pairs beautifully with grilled cheese sandwiches. Enjoy the rich flavors and velvety texture that make this dish a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped (about 2 lbs Roma or vine-ripened)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until they soften.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil; let it simmer for another few minutes.
- Serve hot 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: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg