Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a rich and comforting dish that blends the tangy sweetness of tomatoes with aromatic basil and a touch of cream for a smooth, velvety texture. Perfect as a starter or a light meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp sugar optional, to balance acidity
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, and sugar (if using). Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth (or carefully transfer to a blender in batches).
- Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Pair with crusty bread or grilled cheese for extra comfort!
Notes
Nutritional Analysis
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~15g
- Protein: ~3g
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g (varies based on cream or coconut milk)
- Fiber: ~3g
- Sugar: ~7g (includes natural sugars from tomatoes)
- Sodium: ~450mg (varies based on broth and salt added)