Real Deal Heirloom Tomato Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

A simple, no-fuss soup celebrating the true essence of ripe tomatoes, simmered to perfection with garden-fresh herbs. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs heirloom tomatoes, yellow onion, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 185 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

• 1.5 lbs heirloom tomatoes
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 2, finely chopped celery stalk
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced fresh basil
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely diced yellow onion, 1 medium grated carrot, and 2 finely chopped celery stalks, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until aromatic, then add 1.5 lbs peeled and diced heirloom tomatoes, 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Step 3: Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are completely broken down. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil. Blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth, then season with additional salt and pepper if needed.