Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Catalina dressing
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and Catalina dressing. Stir well.
- Season with dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches using a stand blender.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk at the end of cooking.
- If fresh tomatoes aren’t available, you can use canned diced tomatoes instead.
- The Catalina dressing adds a unique sweetness and tanginess to the soup. You can adjust the amount to suit your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 2 cups)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 400 mg (varies with broth and dressing used)
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Catalina Tomato Soup, Healthy Soup Recipe, Tomato Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Quick Soup Recipe