Tomato soup with herbs

10 min
Medio
9 ingredients

Tomato soup with herbs

Tomato and herb soup is a comforting and very popular dish in various cuisines around the world. Its origin dates back to traditional European recipes, especially from Mediterranean cuisine, where tomatoes and fresh herbs are combined to create intense and fresh flavors. In Latin America, this soup has different names and variants depending on the country. For example, in Mexico and Central America, it is usually known simply as "tomato soup," while in Caribbean countries it may include additional ingredients like spices or coconut milk. In Argentina and Chile, it is common to find versions with a touch of cream or cheese. Regardless of its name, this soup is appreciated for its simplicity, nutrition, and versatility, in addition to being ideal for any time of the year.

This dish is not only an excellent option for a light meal, but it is also highly valued for its contribution of vitamins and antioxidants from fresh tomatoes or tomato sauces. Herbs like basil and thyme enhance its aroma and flavor, making this soup a classic that transcends borders.

How to Prepare Tomato and Herb Soup

In a 4-cup microwave-safe container, cook the onion and butter or margarine, uncovered, at 100% power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until the onion is tender but not browned.

Stir in the tomato sauce, dried basil, dried thyme, and freshly ground pepper.

Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 4 to 6 minutes or until it just begins to boil.

Stir in the water and the instant chicken bouillon granules.

Microwave, uncovered, at 100% power for 2 to 3 minutes or until the mixture is very hot.

Serve with the Parmesan croutons.

Sopa de tomate con hierbas

Ingredients (9)

  • Onions
  • Butter
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Dried Basil
  • Dried Thyme
  • Pepper
  • Water
  • Instant Chicken Broth
  • Parmesan Croutons

Instructions (16 steps)

  1. 1 In a 4-cup microwave-safe container
  2. 2 cook the onion and butter or margarine
  3. 3 uncovered
  4. 4 at 100% power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until the onion is tender but not browned
  5. 5 Stir in the tomato sauce
  6. 6 dried basil
  7. 7 dried thyme
  8. 8 and freshly ground pepper
  9. 9 Microwave
  10. 10 uncovered
  11. 11 at 50% power for 4 to 6 minutes or until it barely boils
  12. 12 Stir in the water and the instant chicken bouillon granules
  13. 13 Microwave
  14. 14 uncovered
  15. 15 at 100% power for 2 to 3 minutes or until the mixture is very hot
  16. 16 Serve with the Parmesan croutons