City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato Soup
A velvety tomato soup made with garden-fresh tomatoes and herbs from City Floral's perennial selection, finished with a creamy herb swirl. This american-inspired soups ready in about 60 minutes pairs diced ripe tomatoes, diced carrot, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, diced ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, diced carrot
- 1/2 cup, diced yellow onion
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced yellow onion and 1/2 cup diced carrot, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 2 lbs diced ripe tomatoes to the pot, stirring well. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes thick and jammy.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Add 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 5: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth. Return to low heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream until warmed through and the soup is creamy.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with a swirl of fresh herbs on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato Soup take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 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 City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato 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 diced ripe tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato 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 City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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.
What goes well with City Floral Herb-Infused Tomato Soup?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
