Herb-Sachet Tomato Soup
A smooth tomato soup infused with fresh herbs sealed in a sachet that releases subtle flavor during simmering. This italian-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, minced garlic 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.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, diced carrot
- 1 stalk, diced celery
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp, leaves fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp, leaves fresh basil
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- to taste salt
- 1 tbsp, for garnish fresh basil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 diced carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 cups crushed tomatoes and 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 3: In a small bundle, tie together 2 tbsp thyme, 2 tbsp basil, 1 rosemary sprig, and 1 bay leaf with kitchen twine.
- Step 4: Add herb sachet to pot, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 5: Remove herb sachet, discard, and season with salt to taste.
- Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with 1 tbsp fresh basil.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Sachet Tomato Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 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 Herb-Sachet 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Sachet 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 Herb-Sachet 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.
What goes well with Herb-Sachet Tomato Soup?
Italian 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
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Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
