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10-Minute Tomato Basil Soup

tomato basil soup in a white soup mug.

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This simple tomato basil soup for one takes just ten minutes to make and has simple ingredients. It’s a great easy lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 (14.5-oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (see note)
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 large basil leaves, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and tomato paste and cook them for a minute or until fragrant. Add the tomatoes and broth. Simmer the soup for five minutes.
  2. Puree the soup using an immersion blender or transfer it to a stand blender. Add the basil, stir, season with salt to taste, and serve.

Notes

The type of canned tomatoes you use makes a big difference in this recipe. I like using Muir Glen because the tomatoes are sweeter and less acidic. Add a pinch or two of granulated sugar if your soup is too acidic. This will balance the acidity.

The nutrition estimate does not include added salt.

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