Easy Tomato Soup

Warm, cozy, and ready in just 35 minutes, this Easy Tomato Soup is a comforting classic that’s perfect for any day of the week. Made with pantry staples like canned whole peeled tomatoes, vegetable broth, and a touch of sugar to balance the flavors, this recipe is as effortless as it is delicious. A quick sauté of diced onion and garlic builds a flavorful base, while creamy optional add-ins like heavy cream take it to the next level. Best of all, a simple immersion blending technique ensures a velvety, smooth texture. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and freshness, and serve with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese for the ultimate pairing. This easy homemade tomato soup is a family favorite that’s packed with wholesome goodness and ready to warm your soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups heavy cream (optional)
• 5 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned whole peeled tomatoes along with their juices, breaking the tomatoes apart with a spoon.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and carefully use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend the soup in batches in a countertop blender (be cautious with the hot liquid).

Step 8

If using, stir in the heavy cream to add richness to the soup.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1478.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	909.1

Total Fat 55.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3317.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 18.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282.8mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2395.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 40.0%