Heart-Healthy Tomato Soup with Pasta

Warm, nourishing, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Tomato Soup with Pasta is the ultimate comfort food with a nutritious twist. Made with vibrant no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, fiber-rich whole-grain pasta, and a bounty of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, this recipe is a flavorful way to support your well-being. Seasoned with fragrant dried herbs and finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice, it delivers a perfectly balanced, satisfying meal in under an hour. Ideal for cozy evenings, this low-sodium, health-conscious soup is a delicious way to enjoy classic comfort while keeping your heart happy. Serve with a garnish of fresh parsley for an extra burst of freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Celery, finely chopped
• 1 medium Carrot, peeled and diced
• 28 ounces No-salt-added canned crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup Whole-grain pasta (e.g., small shells or ditalini)
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, heart-healthy limit)
• 2 cups Baby spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 4

While the soup simmers, cook the whole-grain pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth (or leave slightly chunky, depending on your preference). Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked pasta, black pepper, salt (if using), and chopped spinach. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the soup is warmed through.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy this heart-healthy, comforting meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2330.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1394.1

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1363.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 47.7g
Protein 43.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389.9mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 4255.9mg	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: 21.0%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 67.2%