Rich Tomato Soup

Velvety, flavorful, and brimming with wholesome ingredients, this rich tomato soup is the ultimate comfort food. Made from scratch with fresh, ripe tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of tomato paste for depth, this recipe creates a hearty, homemade soup that’s perfect for cozy nights or as a light lunch. Slowly simmered with dried oregano, a hint of sugar, and a fragrant bay leaf, each spoonful delivers a harmonious blend of savory and slightly sweet notes. Creamy in texture—especially with an optional swirl of heavy cream—this versatile soup can be garnished with fresh basil for a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes and easy to make in one pot, this classic tomato soup is a perfect choice for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or serving with a slice of crusty bread. Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, it’s a timeless recipe that never fails to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 6 large tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 5 fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock, then add the sugar, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer flavor.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2590.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1207.0

Total Fat 60.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4864.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.8g	0%
Total Sugars 66.2g
Protein 34.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 471.7mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 5619.7mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 46.3%