One-Pot Tomato Basil Soup with Fresh Herbs

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A creamy, comforting soup made in one pot with ripe tomatoes and a handful of fresh basil. Ready in 20 minutes with pantry staples. This Italian-American soup recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 180 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice and 2 cups chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/4 cup heavy cream, cooking for 2 more minutes until soup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes before serving.

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