Sega CD Tomato Basil Soup

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A comforting Italian-inspired soup with sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a hint of smoky depth, evoking the nostalgia of classic gaming consoles. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, medium onion, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent and golden around the edges.
2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 diced peeled carrots and 2 diced celery stalks, and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened and the edges are tender.
4. Step 4: Add 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until flavors meld and the vegetables are very tender.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/4 cup heavy cream. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth, or transfer to a countertop blender in batches.