Tomato Soup Recipe

Name: Tomato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 large white onion, finely chopped; 2 small garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 red bell pepper, minced; 1/4 cup red lentils; 1 teaspoon dry basil; 1 teaspoon dry thyme; 6 ripe tomatoes, blanched, peeled and chopped; Juice of 1/2 lemon; Sea salt; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 to 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional); 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, plus small sprigs for garnish; Bragg Liquid Aminos to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large white onion, finely chopped
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, minced
1/4 cup red lentils
1 teaspoon dry basil
1 teaspoon dry thyme
6 ripe tomatoes, blanched, peeled and chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Sea salt
2 cups vegetable broth
1 to 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, plus small sprigs for garnish
Bragg Liquid Aminos to taste

1
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and saute the onion, garlic, and red pepper until tender, about 10 minutes.
2
Add the lentils, basil and thyme and saute 3 minutes.
3
Add the tomatoes, lemon juice and salt, heat to boiling and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the vegetable broth and simmer 20 to 30 minutes, until the lentils are soft.
5
If too thin, blend a little hot broth with the tomato paste in a small bowl and stir into soup.
6
Simmer 3 minutes; if thick, add more broth.
7
Season with basil and Bragg Liquid Aminos and ladle into bowls.
8
Garnish with a sprig of basil.

142

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 large white onion, finely chopped, 2 small garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 red bell pepper, minced, and more.

Yes, Tomato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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