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    Home » Recipe » Soup » Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons

    Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons

    Published Dec 18, 2014 · Updated Nov 19, 2019 by Ginnie · 14 Comments

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    Kettle Brand sent me a box of chips and popcorn to experiment with for this post. All opinions are my own.

    Add a little fun to dinner time with this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons!

    Easy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup recipe … a simple weeknight dinner idea that's ready in under 30 minutes! Learn how to make this homemade Creamy Tomato Soup. This delicious vegetarian Tomato Basil Soup is easy and quick to make from scratch. Topped with fun toppings like popcorn or croutons and paired with a salad or grilled cheese, it's tasty meal that's fast to make. | Hello Little Home #vegetarian #souprecipes #tomatobasilsoup #tomatosoup #popcorn #soup

    Getting together with friends and family is my favorite holiday tradition. It just seems a little more special at this time of year.

    Unless it's one of the big days - you know, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years - I like to keep the food casual and easy. Guests are more relaxed when the don't need to figure out what fork to use, and it's easier on the cook, too! Soup is my go to meals for these occasions.

    Kettle Brand contacted me recently and asked if they could send me some flavors to sample. I'm a major chip lover and Kettle Brand is a fave, so it didn't take me long to say "Yes, please!" They also challenged me to add a twist to a holiday recipe using their chips or popcorn.

    I immediately thought of one of my favorite soup recipes, Creamy Tomato Basil Soup. Instead of the croutons I usually top the soup with, I used Kettle Brand Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper Popcorn. Yum!

    A mug of Creamy Tomato Basil Soup on a wood table with a yellow napkin and a spoon.

     Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

    OK, so Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is not a holiday recipe, but it is the perfect thing to serve at this busy time of year. First of all, it's quick and easy. You will have dinner on the table in less than thirty minutes. Second, the red tomatoes and green basil are very festive, no?

    It's also super delicious and only requires a few ingredients, most of which are probably already in your pantry. The popcorn makes a unique topper and tastes so good. It absolutely melts in your mouth ... yum!

    Serve this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons at your next holiday get together or anytime you need an easy meal this winter!

    Closeup of Creamy Tomato Basil Soup in a mug, topped with popcorn and fresh basil.
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    Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons

    Add a little fun to dinner with this easy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Popcorn Croutons!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 270kcal
    Author: Ginnie

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 3 large cloves garlic, crushed
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
    • 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
    • 1 cup basil, lightly packed
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • Pepper
    • 1 cup Kettle Brand Salt and Fresh Ground Pepper Popcorn

    Instructions

    • Combine olive oil, garlic cloves, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook until garlic is fragrant (do not brown).
    • Stir tomatoes and vegetable broth into garlic; then, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook 10 minutes.
    • While soup is simmering, thinly slice 2 large basil leaves. Set aside for garnish. Chop remaining basil.
    • After 10 minutes, turn off heat and stir chopped basil and cream into soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Serve soup topped with popcorn and sliced basil. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Make sure to add the popcorn right before serving, or at the table, otherwise it will get soggy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 270kcal
    Did you make this recipe?I love hearing from you! Leave a comment and rating below, or tag @HelloLittleHome or #hellolittlehome on Instagram!

    An overhead shot of a bowl of Creamy Tomato Basil Soup.

    Are you looking for something to serve with this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup?

    I like serving this easy tomato soup recipe with a sandwich or salad. Here are some of my favorite options:

    • Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese
    • Spicy Artichoke and Sundried Tomato Grilled Cheese
    • Easy Kale Salad with Creamy Lemon Garlic Dressing
    • Kale Caesar Salad
    • Quick Chopped Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

    And if you really love tomato soup, make sure to check out my Creamy Tomato Soup with Garlic Croutons and Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup recipes, too!

    Easy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup recipe … a simple weeknight dinner idea that's ready in under 30 minutes! Learn how to make this homemade Creamy Tomato Soup. This delicious vegetarian Tomato Basil Soup is easy and quick to make from scratch. Topped with fun toppings like popcorn or croutons and paired with a salad or grilled cheese, it's tasty meal that's fast to make. | Hello Little Home #vegetarian #souprecipes #tomatobasilsoup #tomatosoup #popcorn #soup

    Are you a chip lover, too? Here are a few other ideas I can't wait to try with Kettle chips:

    • Coat a cheese ball with New York Cheddar Chips instead of (or in addition to) nuts.
    • Did you know that Kettle's Maple Bacon Chips are actually vegetarian? I'd dip them melted chocolate, let the chocolate cool and harden, and then serve them as a sweet and salty snack.
    • Add crushed Sea Salt Chips to your favorite cookie recipe.
    • Jalapeno and chocolate are a really delicious pairing. Try adding crushed Jalapeño Chips to a graham cracker crust and then filling it with chocolate ganache.
    • Drizzle Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper Popcorn with chocolate and caramel for a quick treat.

    What is your favorite casual holiday entertaining meal?

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    rus
    5 years ago

    5 stars
    Hi, is the 270 kcal per serving? Thanks

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    Ginnie
    5 years ago
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    Hi, Rus! Yes, that's 270 calories PER serving. I hope you enjoyed the recipe. 🙂

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    ejddiy
    10 years ago

    This soup sounds amazing! Love the popcorn croutons. Your yummy soup has been selected to be featured tomorrow at Your Designs This Time and pinned to our group board. Thanks for sharing with us!

    Emily & Erin @ Elizabeth Joan Designs

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    Christina at SWEET HAUTE
    10 years ago

    you were featured on Show Me Saturday....hope you link up at this week's party going on now:)

    ~Be Sweet
    Christina at
    SWEET HAUTE

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    kylad2013
    10 years ago

    Who'da thought popcorn croutons! I love it!

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    Susannah
    10 years ago

    Uh, Ginnie, these are like all of my dreams come true in one bowl. I lovelovelovelovelove popcorn. Why have I not thought to put it in soup? And my favorite tomato basil soup at that! You are changing my life right now, seriously.

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    Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods
    10 years ago

    Tomato soup is my favorite! Thanks so much for the recipe and dinner inspiration!

    Thanks so much for sharing on Show Me Saturday! Hope to see you again the first weekend in January!
    ~ Ashley

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    Petra M. Greening
    10 years ago

    Oh my god this looks heavenly.

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    Laura @PetiteAllergyTreats
    10 years ago

    Love any type of tomato soup and the popcorn adds a nice crunch factor. Thanks for linking up to Saturday Night Fever!

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    Gilly @ Colour Saturated Life
    10 years ago

    This looks sooooo yummy! Will have to give it a try!

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    Anna @ Sunny Side Ups
    10 years ago

    Oh my goodness I love the popcorn croutons! So fun and easy! I also absolutely love those cozy sweater soup mugs in your pics! 🙂 Adorable! Pinned!

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    Queen of My Kitchen
    10 years ago

    Love the popcorn! What a great idea. I also love that you don't have to mess around with a blender to make this soup. Thanks!

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    Linda and Alex @ Veganosity
    10 years ago

    I think the red soup and the green basil make a beautiful holiday soup! Very clever using popcorn for croutons, love it!

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    Ginnie
    10 years ago
    Reply to  Linda and Alex @ Veganosity

    Thanks, Linda! It's super delish, and I think you could veganize it pretty easily:)

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