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Summary
This light adn flavorful tomato basil soup is the perfect comfort food, without the guilt! Simple ingredients and minimal prep time make it ideal for a fast weeknight meal, while the rich flavors and vibrant color will impress even the pickiest eaters.
Key details
| Prep Time | 10 min |
|---|---|
| Cook Time | 25 min |
| Total Time | 35 min |
| Servings | 4 |
Equipment
- Large pot
- Immersion blender (or regular blender)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Step 2
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Carefully use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until desired consistency is reached.
Step 4
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes / Tips
- For a richer flavor, you can use fire-roasted diced tomatoes rather of crushed tomatoes
- Adjust the amount of basil and black pepper to your liking.
- Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra creamy touch.
