Tomato Onion Soup

Warm up with a bowl of rich, velvety Tomato Onion Soup, a comforting blend of caramelized onions, fresh tomatoes, and delicate herbs. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of sautéed onions and a hint of garlic with the tangy depth of tomato paste and fresh tomatoes, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. Finished with optional heavy cream for added indulgence and garnished with fresh parsley or basil, this versatile soup is a delightful choice for lunch or as a starter for dinner. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a robust, homemade flavor that’s perfect for any season, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for vegetarians, it’s a wholesome, satisfying dish packed with bold tomato flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 6 medium, chopped fresh tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes to allow the tomatoes to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the sugar, salt, black pepper, and dried basil.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream, if using. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2031.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1179.7

Total Fat 70.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 99.7mg	0%
Sodium 4746.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.3g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 28.3g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 319.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 3999.7mg	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: 51.8%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 39.0%