Name: Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Large Sweet Onion (diced); 1 Red Bell Pepper (diced); 5-6 Garlic Cloves; 2 teaspoons Dried Italian Seasonings; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 3 cups Vegetable Broth; 28 oz Can of Crushed Tomatoes or Whole Peeled Tomatoes; 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk (more for drizzling on top); 1 tbsp Organic Brown Sugar; Fresh Basil

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Tomato Basil Soup is such a classic! Everyone should have a go-to tomato soup recipe for chilly nights when you want to cuddle up on the couch with something nostalgic and comforting. This soup could also be dressed up a bit for a fancier dinner party. I’m thinking tomato basil soup, panzanella salad, and a glass of wine! This recipe is quick, easy, and absolutely delicious! Definitely a crowd pleaser.

tomato basil soup garnished with basil and grilled cheese on the side

I also want to mention that this is an older recipe of mine but one that I absolutely love and make often. So, if you recognize it.. that’s why! This recipe is exactly like the original one except my serving choices have changed. The blog post this originally lived at felt old and out dated and desperately needed a new photo and honestly, it lacked information. I think this recipe deserves better than what old me gave it. I hope you enjoy!

What You Will Need For This Tomato Basil Soup

Kitchen Essentials:

You’ll need a blender for this recipe. You can blend hot if you have a vitamix or a blender with a tamper so the steam can escape but be sure to do this in batches and turn the blender up slowly while having a towel over the blender to catch splatter. Be very careful! If you have a blender that closes completely, wait until the soup has cooled a little before transferring to the blender but continue with the same caution. Blend in batches ALWAYS.

Main Ingredients:

Canned Diced or Whole Tomatoes
Sweet Onion
Garlic
Basil
Italian Seasonings
Coconut Milk

Serving Ideas:

Grilled Cheese: The perfect pair. Tomato Basil Soup & Grilled Cheese. My favorite way to make grilled cheese is with multiple times of vegan cheese. I love Violife Aged Cheddar & Follow Your Heart Gouda or Provolone.
Croutons: Cut up a stale baguette and bake until crispy.
Garlic Bread: More specifically, my garlic & herb star bread! This would be absolutely delicious together!
Panzanella: Which is a chopped salad of soaked stale bread, onions and tomatoes and cucumber with an olive oil and vinegar dressing. Yum!

How To Make The Best Tomato Soup Every Time

The type of canned tomatoes you use really make a difference! I love Cento San Marzano Peeled Tomatoes for this but I also enjoy Whole Foods 365 Brand Whole Peeled Tomatoes. Crushed tomatoes are also a good choice.

Don’t forget the coconut milk! It’s only a cup so it doesn’t give the tomato soup a coconut flavor but it helps reduce acidity and makes the soup creamy and smooth.

Sugar might be a weird choice but the one tablespoon really helps reduce acidity along with the coconut milk.

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