Tomato Carrot Basil Bisque

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Tomato Carrot Basil Bisque, a velvety blend of ripe tomatoes, sweet carrots, and aromatic fresh basil that’s perfect for any season. This wholesome and easy-to-make soup starts with a base of sautéed onions and garlic, enhanced with a touch of tomato paste and simmered to perfection in a rich vegetable broth. The addition of heavy cream creates a luxurious texture, while the optional topping of crunchy croutons or vibrant basil leaves adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with nutrients, this bisque is ideal as a light main dish or an elegant starter. Perfect for vegetarian diets and easily customizable, it's a flavorful hug in a bowl that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

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 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 large Tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 0 Croutons or additional basil for garnish

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, and tomato paste 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 for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 8

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree until smooth, then return to the pot.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

If desired, stir in the heavy cream for extra creaminess and gently warm the soup over low heat (do not boil).

Step 11

Serve the bisque hot, garnished with croutons or additional basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2142.4 grams (2142.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1339

Total Fat 82.10g	105%
Saturated Fat 33.90g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4873mg	212%
Total Carbohydrate 130.20g	47%
Dietary Fiber 28.90g	103%
Total Sugars 52.00g
Protein 31.70g	63%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 420mg	32%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 4550mg	97%

*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: 53.3%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 37.6%