Tomato Soup with Fresh Tomatoes
Tomato soup with fresh tomatoes is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days or cozy lunches. This vibrant and aromatic dish combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with savory herbs, creating a deliciously nostalgic experience. Whether served hot with crusty bread or chilled on a warm summer day, this soup brings warmth and joy to every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped fresh tomatoes along with salt and pepper; cook until softened (about 10 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer; let bubble for 20 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender. Adjust consistency by adding more broth if necessary.
- Stir in freshly chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg