Herbed Tomato Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Herbed Tomato Soup, a simple yet flavorful recipe that highlights the vibrant taste of ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs. This classic soup is elevated with aromatic basil and thyme, a pinch of sugar for balance, and creamy optional add-ins like heavy cream for a luxurious texture. Perfect for chilly evenings, this homemade tomato soup comes together in just 40 minutes with pantry staples like canned tomatoes and vegetable stock. Whether served as a light lunch with crusty bread or as an elegant starter garnished with Parmesan and fresh basil, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, herb-infused comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cups heavy cream (optional)
• 0.25 cups (grated) parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the canned tomatoes along with their juices to the pot. Use a wooden spoon to break up the tomatoes into smaller chunks.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the fresh basil leaves, fresh thyme, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 8

Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree.

Step 9

If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer texture.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with grated parmesan cheese and a few extra basil leaves, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1547.1 grams (1547.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1164

Total Fat 71.80g	92%
Saturated Fat 29.70g	149%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 103mg	34%
Sodium 5402mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 97.90g	36%
Dietary Fiber 21.70g	78%
Total Sugars 50.50g
Protein 41.00g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 950mg	73%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2466mg	52%

*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: 53.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 32.6%