Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup

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A vibrant, chunky tomato soup infused with fresh garden herbs and a touch of cream. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (1 can) diced tomatoes, finely diced onion, diced carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat a medium pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and carrot, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Step 2: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 28 oz diced tomatoes (with juice) and 1 cup chicken broth.
  3. Step 3: Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until smooth (or transfer to a regular blender in batches). Stir in 3 tbsp chopped basil, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until well combined and heated through.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (1 can) diced tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Bunnings Garden-Style Tomato & Basil Soup vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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