Zuppa di Pomodoro (Italian Tomato Soup)

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Zuppa di Pomodoro

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Course Soup

Cuisine Italian

Equipment

• Equipment Needed: Large pot, immersion blender (or regular blender), knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, wooden spoon.

Ingredients

  

• Ingredients
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 2 cans 14 oz each diced tomatoes (or 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped)
• 3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth for non-vegetarian
• 1 teaspoon sugar to balance acidity
• 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
• Crusty bread or croutons for serving optional
• Variations
• Creamy Version: Add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk at the end for a creamier texture.
• Spicy Version: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking for some heat.
• Vegetarian/Vegan: Ensure the broth is vegetable-based and skip cream for a vegan option.
• Herbed Version: Add thyme or oregano for additional herbal notes.
• Substitutions
• Tomatoes: Use canned whole tomatoes if you prefer a chunkier soup; just break them up as they cook.
• Broth: Any broth can be used; for a heartier flavor beef broth can be substituted.
• Oil: Substitute olive oil with butter or any neutral oil if desired.

Instructions

 

• Method
• Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
• Step 2: Add the Tomatoes
• Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices. If using fresh tomatoes, add them now.
• Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.
• Step 3: Incorporate the Broth
• Add the vegetable broth, sugar, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the pot.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
• Step 4: Blend the Soup
• After the soup has simmered, remove it from heat.
• Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, carefully blend the soup in batches and return it to the pot.
• Step 5: Adjust Seasoning
• Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed.
• Step 6: Let it Stand
• Allow the soup to stand for about 10 minutes to cool slightly and for the flavors to deepen.
• Step 7: Serve
• Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with crusty bread or croutons on the side.

Keyword Zuppa, Zuppa di Pomodoro

From my own personal experience, Zuppa di Pomodoro is a delightful Italian tomato soup that’s both comforting and full of flavor. It’s perfect as a starter or a light meal paired with crusty bread. The rich, vibrant taste of tomatoes combined with aromatic herbs makes this soup a favorite among many. Let me show you how I make this classic dish step by step.

Notes on What to Expect

You can expect a rich, velvety soup that is both comforting and refreshing. The balance of acidity from the tomatoes, sweetness from the onions, and the fragrant herbs will make your kitchen smell amazing.

Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Time to Stand: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Ease of Cooking: Easy
• Servings: 4
• Calories: Approximately 150 calories per serving
• Cost of Ingredients: Approximately $10 (cost may vary based on location)
• Cuisine: Italian
• Course: Soup
• Equipment Needed: Large pot, immersion blender (or regular blender), knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, wooden spoon.
• Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #Zuppa di Pomodoro  here.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes (or 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped)
• 3 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
• 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
• Crusty bread or croutons for serving (optional)

Variations

• Creamy Version: Add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk at the end for a creamier texture.
• Spicy Version: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking for some heat.
• Vegetarian/Vegan: Ensure the broth is vegetable-based and skip cream for a vegan option.
• Herbed Version: Add thyme or oregano for additional herbal notes.

Substitutions

• Tomatoes: Use canned whole tomatoes if you prefer a chunkier soup; just break them up as they cook.
• Broth: Any broth can be used; for a heartier flavor, beef broth can be substituted.
• Oil: Substitute olive oil with butter or any neutral oil if desired.
• Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #Zuppa di Pomodoro  here.

Method

Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 2: Add the Tomatoes

1. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices. If using fresh tomatoes, add them now.
2. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 3: Incorporate the Broth

1. Add the vegetable broth, sugar, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the pot.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 4: Blend the Soup

1. After the soup has simmered, remove it from heat.
2. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, carefully blend the soup in batches and return it to the pot.

Step 5: Adjust Seasoning

1. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed.

Step 6: Let it Stand

1. Allow the soup to stand for about 10 minutes to cool slightly and for the flavors to deepen.

Step 7: Serve

1. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve with crusty bread or croutons on the side.
2. Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #Zuppa di Pomodoro  here.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

• Calories: Approximately 150
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 600mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 20g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 3g

I hope this guide has made making Zuppa di Pomodoro seem a little less daunting. Have you tried it before? Please, be honest, and let me know in the comments below. I like to hear feedback from a real person like you, so please, leave your honest comment! Enjoy your cooking!