Herbed Summer Snowflake Tomato Soup
A velvety tomato soup with a delicate herb finish, evoking the blooming flowers of the garden center's signature viburnum. This american-inspired soups ready in about 60 minutes pairs peeled and diced ripe tomatoes, medium, finely chopped yellow onion, medium, diced carrot 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, peeled and diced ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 2, diced celery stalk
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion, 1 medium diced carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks, cooking until softened for 8 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 2 lbs peeled and diced ripe tomatoes, 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, then stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp fresh parsley until fully incorporated and heated through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbed Summer Snowflake 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 Herbed Summer Snowflake 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 carrot from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbed Summer Snowflake 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 Herbed Summer Snowflake 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 Herbed Summer Snowflake 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
- ★★★★★
My family loved this! Made it for dinner and everyone asked for seconds.
- ★★★★★
This soup was a hit with my kids! The herbs gave it such a fresh flavor, and it was so easy to make.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the taste, but it took a bit longer than the recipe said to simmer. Still delicious though.