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    Home » Recipes » 30 Minutes or Less

    Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

    Published: Oct 26, 2021 · Modified: Jan 3, 2023 by Nicole · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    Have you ever just had that perfect bite of tomato basil soup? This recipe is absolute perfection. This tomato basil soup first and foremost has the best flavor. For this soup, flavor was my number one priority. But I have a secret (don't tell my kids). It is actually extremely healthy. There isn't really anything about it that's unhealthy. AND it's easy to make. Easy, healthy, delicious is my favorite triple win. It works as a great fall appetizer, or as a main course.

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    How To Make Tomato Basil Soup

    Thinly slice onion carrots and celery. Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add vegetables and garlic and cook stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.

    tomato basil soup

    Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.

    tomato basil soup process

    Bring to a simmer and simmer until soup is reduced, 10-15 minutes. Pour soup into a blender, 4 cups at a time and blend. Do not fill blender more than half full. Be careful when opening the blender after blending, sometimes pressure will build up due to the heat. I like to open the little spout on mine first, then open it all the way. Continue to blend the soup in batches until it has all been pureed. Pour back into the pot and stir in the half and half. Heat on medium/ medium high heat until heated through.

    Tips & Tricks

    Feel free to switch out the half and half for cream or milk (I recommend 2% fat or higher) or your favorite unsweetened vegan alternative.

    Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

    Make a double or quadruple batch and freeze the leftovers for quick and easy meals in the future. Store up to 3 months.

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    tomato basil soup in a pot on a counter.

    Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

    Nicole
    This easy, healthy and extremely delicious tomato basil soup will be a family favorite and crowd pleaser.
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    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Servings 8
    Calories/serving 250 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 Tablespoons butter
    • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
    • 2 cups carrots thinly sliced
    • 3 celery stalks thinly chopped
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic or 4 cloves garlic
    • 44 ounces tomato sauce 28 oz jar and 16 oz jar
    • 1 ½ cups chicken broth for vegetarian, use vegetable broth
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
    • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
    • ½ teaspoon dried parsley if using fresh, 1 ½ teaspoons
    • ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper or more to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
    • 1 cup half and half or vegan substitute
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese optional

    Instructions
     

    • Thinly slice onion carrots and celery.
    • Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat.
    • Add vegetables and garlic and cook stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.
    • Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
    • Bring to a simmer and simmer until soup is reduced, 10-15 minutes.
    • Pour soup into a blender, 4 cups at a time and blend. Do not fill blender more than half full.
    • Continue to blend the soup in batches until it has all been pureed.
    • Pour back into the pot and stir in the half and half.
    • Heat on medium/ medium high heat until heated through. 
    • Serve into bowls and top with a finger full of parmesan cheese

    Notes

    Feel free to switch out the half and half for either cream or milk (I'd recommend 2% fat or higher).
    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    Make a double or quadruple batch and freeze for a quick and easy meal.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 1093mgPotassium: 691mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 6684IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 157mgIron: 1mg
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    1. JCaryl

      November 11, 2021 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      I was skeptical when I was making this soup, because it is quite literally just a bunch of vegetables. But it is VERY VERY good and my kids loved it too. I was pretty amazed.

      Reply
    2. Kimberly Smith

      December 01, 2021 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      Made this the other day in the crockpot. Absolutely delicious. Used the leftovers as pasta sauce which was also amazing

      Reply
    3. Briana Winegardner

      December 18, 2021 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      This was so yummy! I wasn’t sure about all the veggies but it was incredible. I loved how easy it was to make on a busy weeknight. I paired the soup with a bread bowl and it was delicious

      Reply
    4. Heather Perine

      December 19, 2021 at 6:45 pm

      5 stars
      Hands down my favorite soup! And this was tomato soup perfection. Topped with some croutons..delish.

      Reply
    5. Nathan

      December 29, 2021 at 3:06 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely love this tomato basil soup, so easy to make and perfect for the cold weather. I'll definitely be making this one again!

      Reply
    6. Jed

      February 10, 2022 at 1:32 pm

      5 stars
      Wow my wife made me this last night and it was amazing. Best part, it was super kid friendly! We all couldn't get enough. So healthy! Love that we found a healthy tomato soup.

      Reply
    7. Annie

      February 10, 2022 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      Made this recipe for dinner last night. It was so delicious! Love how easy and healthy this veggie packed tomato soup is. My kids loved it. Kid friendly meals are the best!

      Reply

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