Like Zio's Tomato Florentine Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with robust flavors, “Like Zio’s Tomato Florentine Soup” brings a taste of rustic Italian cooking right to your table. This hearty soup features a velvety combination of crushed tomatoes, tender vegetables, and fragrant herbs like basil and oregano, simmered to perfection and finished with a luxurious splash of heavy cream. Baby spinach adds a burst of freshness and nutrients, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides the perfect final touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal that will satisfy any palate. This Tomato Florentine Soup is a soul-warming classic that’s as nourishing as it is delicious—perfect for fans of Italian cuisine and comforting soups alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 4 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, and sugar.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the chopped spinach to the soup and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and tender.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the soup sit for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2340.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1357.4

Total Fat 78.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 4715.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 58.8g
Protein 32.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 507.2mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 4691.4mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 39.4%