Tomato Rice Soup

Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Tomato Rice Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights. Packed with hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and simmered to perfection with savory herbs like basil and oregano, this soup delivers a wholesome, rustic appeal. The addition of tender white rice makes it satisfyingly filling, while a touch of paprika and freshly ground black pepper add subtle warmth. Perfectly balanced with a hint of optional sugar to mellow the tomatoes’ natural acidity, this vegetarian soup is both nourishing and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a simple yet soul-soothing dish that's sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're looking for a quick dinner or meal-prep inspiration, this tomato rice soup is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

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
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices and the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Add the uncooked rice, dried basil, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially with a lid, and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 6

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. If the tomatoes are too acidic, stir in the optional teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the soup from heat and ladle it into bowls.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2689.7 grams (2689.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1975

Total Fat 66.20g	85%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.80g
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 6864mg	298%
Total Carbohydrate 299.20g	109%
Dietary Fiber 39.80g	142%
Total Sugars 57.00g
Protein 49.00g	98%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 602mg	46%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 4913mg	105%

*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: 30.0%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 60.2%