Description
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines the fresh taste of ripe tomatoes with aromatic garlic and fragrant basil. This vegan-friendly soup is quick to make, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. The creamy texture is achieved without dairy, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this rich and flavorful soup. Whether served as a starter or paired with crusty bread for a hearty meal, this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or 1/4 cup water
- 1 large white onion, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 lbs. fresh tomatoes (roma, plum, or vine)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegan cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the onions and garlic; chop tomatoes into quarters.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat olive oil or water over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent (about 7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, basil leaves (or dried), oregano, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat; let cool for 10 minutes before blending until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of vegan cream on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg