Hidden Ingredient Tomato Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

A smooth, velvety tomato soup with carrots and celery blended into the base for a subtle sweetness. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs diced tomatoes, carrots, celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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

• 28 oz diced tomatoes
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Finely dice 2 medium carrots and 2 stalks celery, then finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Heat a large pot over medium heat, add the vegetables, and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 28 oz diced tomatoes (with juice), 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
3. Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth, ensuring the carrots and celery are fully blended into the base (no visible chunks remain).
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, then heat gently for 3-4 minutes until warmed through but not boiling. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, ensuring the hidden vegetables add subtle sweetness without altering the tomato profile.