Simple Tomato Broth

Delightfully simple yet bursting with fresh, comforting flavors, this Simple Tomato Broth is the perfect recipe for a light, nutritious meal in under 40 minutes. Made with pantry staples like juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant oregano, this dish is simmered gently with vegetable stock to create a hearty yet smooth broth. The recipe is versatile, allowing you to blend it partially for a silkier texture or serve it rustic-style with chunks of tender tomato. Garnish with fresh basil for a pop of color and flavor. Whether served as a standalone soup, paired with crusty bread, or used as a base for other dishes, this tomato broth is your new go-to for quick and wholesome comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a savory appetizer, it’s a must-try for lovers of simple, plant-based recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 large tomatoes, diced (or canned diced tomatoes)
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 4 leaves fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down slightly.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup partially, leaving small chunks of tomato for texture. Alternatively, serve it as is for a rustic look.

Step 8

Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the tomato broth into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1225.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	698.0

Total Fat 36.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3434.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 20.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218.3mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2219.1mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 43.3%