Tomato and Basil Vegetable Soup
Ladies, this Tomato and Basil Vegetable Soup is what happens when comfort meets class in one gorgeous bowl. It’s tangy, herby, and bursting with veggie-powered goodness—like a spa day for your taste buds. The tomatoes bring the sass, the basil adds the charm, and the veggies? They’re just here making everyone look good. It’s light, fresh, and secretly nutrient-packed, so you can feel virtuous while slurping seconds. Perfect for those days you want something cozy but still Instagram-worthy. Grab that ladle, darling—it’s time to turn humble ingredients into a soup that tastes like confidence in liquid form.
Tomato and Basil Vegetable Soup
A bright, herby Tomato and Basil Vegetable Soup that’s hearty, nourishing, and bursting with fresh flavors—vegan, easy, and totally soul-warming.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 4 medium tomatoes chopped
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 cup spinach roughly chopped
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fresh or dried basil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon sugar balances acidity
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for finishing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add carrots, zucchini, and tomatoes. Stir like the domestic goddess you are, letting flavors mingle for 5 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend half the soup for creaminess, then pour it back and stir well.
- Toss in spinach and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Finish with lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 120%
- Vitamin C: 85%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 20%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Roast the tomatoes first for a deeper, richer flavor.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes if you like a bit of drama.
- Use fresh basil leaves for that true Italian flair.
- Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or vegan grilled cheese.
- Leftovers? Store in the fridge—flavors deepen and get even better the next day.
