Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe
A comforting and healthy vegan and paleo-friendly soup made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and coconut milk. Perfect for a delicious and creamy meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes
- 2 cups vegan and paleo-friendly vegetable broth
- ¼ cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until it's translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Combine the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped basil leaves and coconut milk. Let it heat through for a few minutes, until the soup is warm and creamy.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.
Notes
Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.