Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons
A velvety tomato soup made with sweet yellow tomatoes, finished with a fragrant herb garnish and topped with homemade crispy croutons. This french-inspired soups ready in about 55 minutes pairs Golden Sunset Tomatoes, medium Onion, Carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 4 cups Golden Sunset Tomatoes
- 1 medium Onion
- 1/2 cup Carrot
- 1/2 cup Celery
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 slice Bread
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice 1 medium onion, 1/2 cup carrot, and 1/2 cup celery into 1/4-inch cubes. Mince 2 cloves garlic. Sauté in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes), stirring frequently to prevent browning.
- Step 2: Add 4 cups Golden Sunset Tomatoes (cored and roughly chopped) and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down. Pour in 2 cups broth and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until flavors meld and tomatoes are very soft.
- Step 3: Transfer soup to a blender and puree until completely smooth. Return to pot, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tbsp fresh thyme. Simmer gently for 5 minutes until heated through. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley just before serving. For croutons, toast 1 slice bread into 1/2-inch cubes in 1 tbsp olive oil until golden and crisp, then sprinkle over soup.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 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 Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons?
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 golden sunset tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons?
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 Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons 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.
What goes well with Golden Sunset Tomato & Herb Soup with Crispy Herb Croutons?
French 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
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
