Italian Tomato Soup
Italian Tomato Soup is a warm and comforting dish that brings the rich flavors of Italy right to your table. With fresh, ripe tomatoes blended with fragrant herbs, this soup is creamy, delicious, and perfect for cozy evenings or a quick weeknight meal. In just 30 minutes, you can savor each spoonful of this delightful soup that feels like a hug in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and let them cook down for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches with a standard blender until smooth.
- Return the blended soup to low heat, stir in sugar and fresh basil leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional basil or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider adding oregano or thyme. Incorporate vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Spice it up with a pinch of chili flakes if you prefer heat.