Furni-Flavored Tomato Basil Soup

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A velvety, aromatic tomato soup with a hint of fresh basil and garlic, perfect for a cozy gathering like the community forums. This italian-inspired soups (vegan) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, finely diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Ingredients

• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, finely diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent and soft.
2. Step 2: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes with their juice.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Return to low heat, stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/4 cup heavy cream, and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.