Tomato Basil Soup

Name: Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 pounds ripe small tomatoes ((I used Roma), halved (or quartered if large)); 2 medium carrots, (peeled and chopped); Extra virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; Black pepper; 2 medium yellow onions, (chopped); 5 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes; 1 bunch ((2 ounces) fresh basil leaves); 3 to 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Fresh lime juice ((optional), for serving); Pita grilled cheese (, grilled bread, or toast (optional, for serving))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:55min

This tomato basil soup is perfectly rich and absolutely delicious, thanks to a combination of aromatics, fresh basil and thyme, and warming spices. Quality extra virgin olive oil pulls this vegan soup together, providing a rich and luxurious finish. You won't miss the heavy cream!

Updated at: Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:32:40 GMT