Provence Tomato Soup

Transport your taste buds to the sunny fields of southern France with this Provence Tomato Soup, a comforting and elegant dish brimming with Mediterranean flavors. Featuring ripe, juicy tomatoes infused with aromatic Herbes de Provence, fresh thyme, and a touch of garlic, this soup captures the essence of rustic French cuisine. Simmered to perfection and blended until velvety smooth, it's subtly enhanced with a hint of sugar and a swirl of optional heavy cream for a luxurious finish. Pair this vibrant, herbaceous soup with crusty bread and garnish with fresh basil for a meal that feels effortlessly gourmet. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a main course, this Provence Tomato Soup is a timeless celebration of simple yet bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried Herbes de Provence
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• 4 slices crusty bread, for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and sugar. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the Herbes de Provence, fresh thyme sprigs, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to soften.

Step 7

Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf, then blend the soup using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches until smooth (be careful with hot liquids).

Step 8

Optional: Stir in the heavy cream for added richness and heat the soup gently for another 2 minutes without boiling.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2435.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1918.8

Total Fat 88.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 133.6mg	0%
Sodium 5913.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.4g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 569.7mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 4919.0mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 48.3%