Creamy Tomato Basil Soup in Just 30 Minutes – Comfort in a Bowl
A rich and creamy tomato basil soup that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in fresh basil and heavy cream.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- Adjust creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg