Quick Tomato & Basil Soup

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, rustic Italian soup that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful
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Quick Tomato & Basil Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 181.7

Description

This quick tomato and basil soup is a celebration of simple, high-quality ingredients. Ripe tomatoes are gently simmered with fragrant garlic and fresh basil to create a rich, velvety broth that is both comforting and refreshing. The texture is naturally chunky yet smooth, offering a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. It&# 226;€™s an ideal weeknight dinner that comes together in under thirty minutes, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a light lunch or as a starter for a larger meal. This vegan-friendly dish brings a touch of Mediterranean warmth to your table, making it a favorite for cozy evenings or casual gatherings with friends.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the flattened garlic cloves and cook until they begin to turn golden, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the garlic cloves from the pan and set them aside for garnishing.
  4. Add the peeled and seeded tomatoes to the saucepan along with fresh basil sprigs.
  5. Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture, mashing the tomatoes occasionally with a spoon, until the soup thickens into a chunky puree, about 15 minutes.
  6. Season the soup generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Discard the cooked basil sprigs from the soup.
  8. Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
  9. Drizzle each bowl with a little extra-virgin olive oil.
  10. Top each serving with a slice of the garlic-rubbed toast and a julienne of fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 181.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.2g13%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 19.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 25.4g9%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 6.4g
Protein 5.2g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tomato soup, basil, italian, vegan, quick dinner, comfort food, garlic, olive oil, summer recipe, simple meal, homemade soup, rustic, vegetarian, easy cooking, weeknight meal, fresh ingredients, simmered, healthy, light lunch
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