Satisfying Tomato Soup

Warm your soul with this Satisfying Tomato Soup, a comforting dish bursting with garden-fresh flavor and a velvety texture. Made with ripe, juicy tomatoes, sautéed aromatics like onion and garlic, and a touch of creamy optional indulgence, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory, rich, and slightly sweet. Enhanced with a hint of basil and served piping hot, it's the ideal choice for chilly evenings or when you're craving a wholesome, homemade classic. Ready in under an hour, this easy tomato soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 6 large fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cups heavy cream (optional)
• 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, garlic, diced carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to start breaking down.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and stir well to coat the vegetables, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are very tender.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to purée the soup directly in the pot, or carefully transfer the mixture to a blender in batches and blend until smooth. Return the soup to the pot if using a blender.

Step 7

Stir in the sugar, salt, and black pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning if needed.

Step 8

For a creamier soup, stir in the heavy cream just before serving, and heat until warmed through (optional).

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy with crusty bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2354.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1331.7

Total Fat 81.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 133.6mg	0%
Sodium 4824.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 57.5g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 604.0mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 5000.2mg	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: 52.9%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 37.6%