Tomato Basil Soup

This Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting, vibrant dish that blends fresh tomatoes and aromatic basil, perfect for a light lunch. It’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, making it a delightful vegetarian option.

Ingredients

• Fresh tomatoes - 500 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 1 cup
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Heavy cream - 50 ml (optional for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add chopped fresh tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using) to the pot.
5. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are softened.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
7. Add fresh basil leaves and let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes.
8. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches in a regular blender.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve hot, drizzled with heavy cream if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Basil contains anti-inflammatory properties and can support digestive health.

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