Domates Çorbası

Domates Çorbası is a traditional Turkish tomato soup that captivates with its rich flavors and comforting warmth. This vegan version highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, enhanced by fragrant herbs and spices.

Ingredients

• Fresh ripe tomatoes - 600 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced (about 150 grams)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced (about 60 grams)
• Green bell pepper - 1 small, diced (about 100 grams)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot and green bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
5. Chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth.
6. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a countertop blender.
8. Return the soup to the pot and reheat gently if needed.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 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 reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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