Simple Tomato Soup with Dill No Basil

Cozy up with a bowl of this Simple Tomato Soup with Dill, a refreshing twist on a classic comfort food. Bursting with rich, tangy flavors from ripe canned tomatoes and the subtle sweetness of sautéed onions, this dairy-optional recipe skips the usual basil in favor of fragrant fresh dill for a herbaceous finish. Its silky texture is achieved by blending the simmered soup to perfection, with an optional swirl of cream for added indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy vegetarian soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or crunchy croutons for a satisfying meal you'll crave again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 0 crusty bread or croutons (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, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned tomatoes (including their juice) and break them into smaller pieces using a spoon or spatula.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped fresh dill and the heavy cream (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or croutons, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1040.6

Total Fat 56.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4739.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 48.2g
Protein 22.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311.8mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2460.9mg	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: 47.8%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 43.9%