Bright Tomato Soup

Dive into the vibrant flavors of homemade comfort with this Bright Tomato Soup, a recipe that celebrates the natural sweetness and tang of ripe tomatoes. Infused with sautéed yellow onions, fragrant garlic, and a touch of tomato paste, this soup achieves a rich, velvety texture with the help of an optional splash of heavy cream. Balanced with a hint of sugar and fresh basil, it's the perfect blend of savory and sweet. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this easy tomato soup recipe is an ideal weeknight meal for four, offering a comforting warmth that’s perfect on its own or paired with crusty bread. Customize it further with crunchy croutons or keep it dairy-free—either way, this classic dish will leave you coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 6 large ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 cups heavy cream (optional, for creamier soup)
• 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cups croutons (optional, 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 5-7 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and stir. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the tomato paste, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender and process until smooth.

Step 7

Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream if using. Heat gently over low heat, ensuring not to boil the cream.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper as desired.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and croutons if desired. Pair with crusty bread for a comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1922 grams (1922.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1296

Total Fat 68.00g	87%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 4725mg	205%
Total Carbohydrate 153.30g	56%
Dietary Fiber 26.20g	94%
Total Sugars 50.10g
Protein 30.70g	61%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345mg	27%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 4089mg	87%

*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: 45.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 45.5%