Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Slow Cooker Tomato Soup, perfect for chilly days. This rich and creamy soup combines ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of sweetness, creating a comforting dish that’s easy to prepare. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it simmer, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Serve with crusty bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich for a delightful meal that warms both the belly and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (or 2 tbsp dried basil)
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Transfer sautéed onion and garlic to your slow cooker. Add chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Set the slow cooker on low heat and cook for 6 hours.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a standard blender.
- Serve warm with fresh basil garnish or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg