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Creamy Tomato Soup with Whole Wheat Bread
This comforting and flavorful soup is a perfect example of a healthy meal that's quick to prepare. It’s a great source of vitamins and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to your weekly menu.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)
- Whole wheat bread, for serving
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in nutritional yeast. Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer soup to a regular blender to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Serve hot with a slice of whole wheat bread.
Cooking Tips:
- For a smoother soup, strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve after simmering.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Fresh basil and oregano will enhance the flavor even further.
- For a richer flavor, sauté the onions and garlic in a little butter along with the olive oil.
Variations:
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup: Roast red bell peppers until charred, then peel and add them to the soup for a smoky sweetness.
- Creamy Tomato and Spinach Soup: Add a handful of fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Curried Tomato Soup: Add 1 teaspoon of curry powder along with the other spices.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
- Calories: Approximately 200
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
This recipe is just one example of the many delicious and healthy dishes you can create following Seventh-Day Adventist dietary principles. Stay tuned for more easy recipes and quick dinner ideas in our upcoming posts! We believe that healthy eating shouldn't be complicated, and these simple, yet flavorful dishes prove just that. Happy cooking!