Best 5 Spanish Tomato Basil Soup Hcg Phase Recipes

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If you're looking for a light and flavorful soup that's perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal, look no further than this Spanish Tomato Basil Soup. Made with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and basil, this soup is packed with flavor and nutrients. And the best part is, it's ready in just 30 minutes!

This recipe is perfect for those following the HCG Phase 2 diet, as it is low in calories and fat and high in protein. But even if you're not following a specific diet, you'll love this soup.

This article includes two variations of the recipe:

* **Spanish Tomato Basil Soup:** This is the classic recipe, made with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and basil.
* **Roasted Tomato Basil Soup:** This variation uses roasted tomatoes, which gives the soup a slightly smoky and caramelized flavor.

Both recipes are delicious and easy to make, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste and time constraints.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPANISH TOMATO BASIL SOUP - HCG PHASE 2



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This soup is SO delicious, you can serve it at any time (not just during HCG diet). Counts for 1 vegetable. It makes quite a lot, so I've listed it as 2 servings, but if you're REALLY hungry, can count for one. Taken from The HCG Diet Cookbook Gourmet Success.

Provided by Coffee Criss

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
3 ounces tomato paste
6 leaves fresh basil, rolled and sliced
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch marjoram
1 dash sea salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Pour broth in saucepan and add bay leaf.
  • Purée remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  • Pour purée in saucepan with broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley.

ROASTED TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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Serve Ina Garten's Roasted Tomato Basil Soup recipe, made with canned and fresh plum tomatoes, for an elegant starter from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) canned plum tomatoes, with their juice
4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 quart chicken stock or water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss together the tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the tomatoes in 1 layer on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes.
  • In an 8-quart stockpot over medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the butter, and red pepper flakes for 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Add the canned tomatoes, basil, thyme, and chicken stock. Add the oven-roasted tomatoes, including the liquid on the baking sheet. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Pass through a food mill fitted with the coarsest blade. Taste for seasonings. Serve hot or cold.

TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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After just one taste of this slightly sweet tomato and herb soup, my family never went back to canned soup again! I adapted this recipe from one I seen in an old cookbook. -Chris Baker of South Lake Tahoe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 can (49 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or 6 cups vegetable broth, divided
1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
5 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook carrots and onion in butter over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and cool slightly., In a blender, place 1/2 broth and the cooled vegetables; cover and process until blended. Return to the Dutch oven. Stir in the tomato puree, basil sugar, salt, pepper and remaining broth. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in evaporated milk; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CURRIED SHRIMP & TOMATO SOUP- HCG FRIENDLY!



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This is a soup I came up with while on the HCG diet. It's perfectly delicious and perfectly HCG legal. :) I drop lots of weight eating shrimp on the diet & always need new flavors so I don't get bored. This is one of my favorites!

Provided by Colorado Mel

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

100 g shrimp (I use precooked just for ease)
2 roma tomatoes
1 teaspoon minced garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup fat-free chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat spices & minced garlic in a saute pan just a little.
  • Splash a little chicken stock into the pan & mix with the spices.
  • Add chopped tomatoes and cook down a bit. Can splash a little more chicken stock in at this point. (I use approximately 1/2 cup chicken stock total).
  • Allow to simmer so the tomatoes break apart and cook down.
  • Add the shrimp and simmer until shrimp is hot.
  • Eat and enjoy!

PROVENçAL TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP



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I learned to make this soup years ago when I lived in France. If there are no fresh tomatoes at hand, use canned. The soup is delicious and silky if you thicken it with tapioca.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 to 6 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
Salt to taste
2 pounds tomatoes, cored and diced, or 1 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes with juice
Pinch of sugar
2 large sprigs basil, or about 16 leaves, plus 2 tablespoons slivered basil for garnish
1 quart water
1 Parmesan rind (optional)
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup rice or tapioca
Garlic croutons (thin slices of baguette, lightly toasted and rubbed with a cut garlic clove)
Grated or shaved Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes. Stir in half the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute. Add the tomatoes, sugar, basil sprigs or leaves and remaining garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down and smell fragrant, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the water, Parmesan rind and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes. Add the tapioca or rice, and simmer for another 15 minutes until the tapioca is tender and the soup fragrant. Remove the basil sprigs and Parmesan rind. Puree in a blender in small batches, taking care to place a towel over the top of the blender and hold it down tightly. If you used fresh unpeeled tomatoes and want a silkier soup, put through a strainer, using a spatula or the back of a ladle to push the soup through. Return to the pot, add pepper to taste and adjust salt. Serve garnished with garlic croutons and/or Parmesan, if desired, and slivered basil leaves. If serving cold, refrigerate until chilled.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes: This will give your soup the best flavor. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes, but be sure to drain them well before using.
  • Roast your tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes will concentrate their flavor and make them sweeter. To roast the tomatoes, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the tomatoes in half and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even beef broth. If you're using canned broth, be sure to choose a low-sodium variety.
  • Add plenty of herbs and spices: Herbs and spices will give your soup a lot of flavor. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Simmer your soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. The longer you simmer your soup, the better it will taste.
  • Serve your soup with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt: This will add a creamy richness to the soup.

Conclusion:

Spanish tomato basil soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up fresh tomatoes, and it's also a healthy and flavorful soup. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, this soup is sure to be a hit.

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