Soup & Salad Recipe
A bowl of tomato-basil soup or soup of the day with your choice of caesar or mesclun greens salad.
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Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
Method
Soup Directions
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic and Tomatoes
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Add canned tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- 3
Simmer the Soup
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
- 4
Blend and Season
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Stir in chopped basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Salad Directions
- 5
Prepare the Greens
In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Assemble the Salad
Top the greens with Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons. Toss gently to combine.
