One-Pot Tomato Basil Soup
A rustic tomato soup simmered with fresh herbs and vegetables, ready in 25 minutes. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, medium, diced onion, minced garlic cloves 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 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups (canned, fire-roasted) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add diced tomatoes (with juice), 1 cup vegetable broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Tomato Basil Soup take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 One-Pot Tomato Basil 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 tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Tomato Basil 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 One-Pot Tomato Basil 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.
Is One-Pot Tomato Basil Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
