Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe in Just 30 Minutes
A creamy and comforting tomato basil soup recipe that’s 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
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 800 g canned tomatoes
- 2 cups broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and broth.
- Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add basil leaves and blend until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream if using, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the cream or use coconut milk.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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