Description
Crockpot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting and delicious dish that brings together the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes and aromatic basil into a smooth, velvety delight. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an elegant starter for special occasions, this easy-to-make soup simmers in your slow cooker, allowing you to relax while it develops its wonderful taste. Pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, and vegetable broth in your crockpot. Stir gently.
- Season with salt and pepper; optional: add dried oregano or thyme.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh basil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg