Garlic Tomato Soup

Warm up your soul with this rich and comforting Garlic Tomato Soup, a cozy classic elevated with the robust flavor of eight whole garlic cloves. This easy-to-make recipe combines sautéed garlic, sweet diced onion, and juicy canned whole peeled tomatoes, simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. A touch of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while optional heavy cream adds a luxurious, velvety finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this soup is pureed to silky smoothness, making it the perfect pairing for a crusty slice of bread or a hearty grilled cheese. Garnished with fresh basil leaves, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a comforting appetizer, this garlic-infused tomato soup delivers big flavor with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 whole garlic cloves
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 6 pieces fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the whole garlic cloves and sauté for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Pour in the canned whole peeled tomatoes along with their juices and break them apart with a wooden spoon or spatula.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper, then stir well to combine.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and puree until creamy.

Step 8

If using heavy cream, stir it into the soup and heat for an additional 1-2 minutes without boiling.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1544.3 grams (1544.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	971

Total Fat 55.30g	71%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 4500mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 109.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 22.20g	79%
Total Sugars 57.10g
Protein 20.00g	40%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321mg	25%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 2557mg	54%

*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: 49.0%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 43.1%