Rich tomato soup with pesto

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
57%
Rich tomato soup with pesto
25 min.
4
201kcal

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Indulge in the comforting embrace of a homemade rich tomato soup, elevated by a vibrant swirl of fresh pesto that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful vegetarian dish is not only gluten-free but also a popular favorite among food lovers, making it a perfect choice for any occasion, whether as a starter, a snack, or an antipasti treat. With just 25 minutes of your time, you can create a warm and inviting meal that serves four and delights with every spoonful.

The magic begins with the fragrant aroma of garlic sizzling in butter or olive oil, combined with the rich flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, which adds depth to the classic plum tomatoes base. The smooth texture achieved through blending ensures that every bowl is creamy and satisfying, thanks to the inclusion of soured cream. Shimmering basil pesto brings a burst of freshness, complementing the soup’s robust flavors and transforming each serving into a culinary masterpiece.

This rich tomato soup not only warms the soul but also offers a nourishing experience with a balanced caloric value, making it a guilt-free pleasure you can enjoy any day of the week. Complete your meal with fresh basil leaves sprinkled atop for an aromatic finish. Dive into this delightful recipe and discover why it's a beloved classic in kitchens everywhere!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  garlic cloves crushed
  •  sunblush tomatoes soft roughly chopped in oil
  • 1200 plum tomatoes canned
  • 500 ml vegetable stock 
  • tsp sugar to taste
  • 142 ml pot soured cream 
  • 125 pot basil pesto fresh
  • leaves basil to serve 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat the butter or oil in a large pan, then add the garlic and soften for a few mins over a low heat.
  2. Add the sun-dried or SunBlush tomatoes, canned tomatoes, stock, sugar and seasoning, then bring to a simmer.
  3. Let the soup bubble for 10 mins until the tomatoes have broken down a little.
  4. Whizz with a stick blender, adding half the pot of soured cream as you go. Taste and adjust the seasoning add more sugar if you need to.
  5. Serve in bowls with 1 tbsp or so of the pesto swirled on top, a little more soured cream and scatter with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein10.84%
Fat46.64%
Carbs42.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
90.27
Glycemic Load
6.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.641739015994%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
3.09mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.61mg
Quercetin
2.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.65kcal
10.03%
Fat:11.31g
17.41%
Saturated Fat:4.11g
25.69%
Carbohydrates:23.21g
7.74%
Net Carbohydrates:17.23g
6.27%
Sugar:15.32g
17.03%
Cholesterol:20.36mg
6.79%
Sodium:531.62mg
23.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.92g
11.84%
Vitamin K:168.7µg
160.67%
Vitamin A:5914.37IU
118.29%
Vitamin C:68.59mg
83.14%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.32%
Potassium:1217.15mg
34.78%
Fiber:5.98g
23.91%
Folate:91.51µg
22.88%
Vitamin E:3.34mg
22.25%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.22%
Copper:0.4mg
19.96%
Magnesium:73.82mg
18.45%
Phosphorus:154.99mg
15.5%
Vitamin B3:3.02mg
15.1%
Calcium:138.53mg
13.85%
Iron:2.29mg
12.72%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.56%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.99%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.71%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Selenium:1.59µg
2.27%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.21%