Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

On cold days, this vegan tomato basil soup is the perfect way to warm up and fill up. Rich tomatoes, creamy coconut milk, and fragrant basil come together to make a healthy soup that will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and minced garlic

Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth

Bring to a simmer

Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth

Stir in coconut milk and chopped basil

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired