Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Description:
This creamy tomato basil soup is rich, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal. Topped with a swirl of cream and fresh basil, it’s a comforting classic that’s easy to make and always satisfying.

Servings:

This recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic:
    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes and broth:
    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Blend the soup:
    Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or transfer to a blender in batches). Stir in the heavy cream and fresh basil, and season with salt, pepper, and sugar if needed.
  4. Serve:
    Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and add a swirl of cream if desired. Serve with crusty bread on the side.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 700mg