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A steaming bowl of red tomato basil soup with fresh basil leaves on top

Tomato Basil Soup

A classic and comforting tomato basil soup, made with fresh ingredients and ready in under an hour, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 28 oz canned whole tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender (or regular blender)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté the chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the canned whole tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Cooking
  1. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves; season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Finishing
  1. Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a regular blender and process until creamy.
  2. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra fresh basil or a swirl of cream.

Notes

For a creamier soup, you can add a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk at the end. Adjust the amount of basil to your preference. This soup pairs wonderfully with a grilled cheese sandwich or a crusty bread.