Traditional Tomato Soup
Traditional Tomato Soup is a comforting classic that brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. With its rich flavors of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Enjoy every spoonful of this delightful dish that promises both heartiness and warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe tomatoes (about 2 lbs), chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until they begin to break down.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in fresh basil and sugar to taste. Adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg