Smoked Heirloom Tomato Soup Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

2. 2

   Add Tomatoes and Spices

   Chop the heirloom tomatoes and add them to the pot along with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down.

3. 3

   Add Broth and Simmer

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Blend the Soup

   Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of it.

5. 5

   Prepare Basil Seeds

   In a small bowl, soak the basil seeds in water for about 15 minutes, until they swell and become gelatinous.

6. 6

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls, top with soaked basil seeds, and serve with grilled ciabatta on the side.