Tomato and Shrimp Seafood Soup
A light, flavorful seafood soup with a tomato base, featuring plump shrimp and fresh greens, ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, diced carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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 large, diced onion
- 2, diced carrot
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups fish broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 cups, chopped kale
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 large diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 can diced tomatoes, 4 cups fish broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and 2 cups chopped kale. Cook for 5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and kale is tender.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tomato and Shrimp Seafood Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Tomato and Shrimp Seafood 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tomato and Shrimp Seafood 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 Tomato and Shrimp Seafood 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.
What goes well with Tomato and Shrimp Seafood Soup?
American whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great for a healthy dinner, and the Whole30 compliance was a plus.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! My kids devoured this.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked for my family, but took longer than expected to simmer.
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