Coconut Basil Tomato Soup

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A creamy, aromatic soup blending ripe tomatoes with coconut milk and fresh basil, ideal for soothing digestion and nourishing the body. This asian-inspired whole30 (whole30, vegan) ready in about 45 minutes pairs (medium, diced) Tomatoes, (14 oz) Coconut milk, (finely diced) Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 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.

★ 4.0 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sauté onion and garlic in a pot over medium heat for 5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add diced tomatoes and sea salt. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down.
  3. Step 3: Stir in coconut milk and lemon juice. Simmer 10 minutes, then blend until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Coconut Basil Tomato Soup take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Coconut Basil 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 (medium, diced) tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Coconut Basil 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 Coconut Basil Tomato 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 Coconut Basil Tomato Soup whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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