Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Crusty Bread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

A deeply aromatic tomato soup simmered with fresh basil, served with a slice of crusty bread for comforting simplicity. This Italian-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs olive oil, onion, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 tbsp olive oil
• 1, finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 onion, finely chopped, and cook for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
2. Step 2: Add 3 garlic cloves, minced, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes and 2 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Step 5: Ladle into bowls and serve immediately with 4 slices crusty bread on the side.