Tomato and Shrimp Seafood Soup
A light, flavorful seafood soup with a tomato base, featuring plump shrimp and fresh greens. 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.
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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.