Tomato Bisque

Tomato bisque is a smooth, creamy soup made from pureed tomatoes, often enriched with cream or milk and seasoned with herbs like basil. It's a classic comfort food with roots in French cuisine, where 'bisque' traditionally referred to a creamy shellfish soup, though the term is now widely used for smooth vegetable soups.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally moderate in carbohydrates from the tomatoes, with some fat from added cream or butter, and minimal protein. A typical serving provides vitamins A and C, potassium, and lycopene, and ranges from about 150 to 250 calories depending on the recipe.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	160 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	2500 IU
Vitamin C	20 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin K	8 mcg
Folate	40 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, tomato bisque evolved from French culinary techniques but became a staple in American diners and home cooking, symbolizing comfort and simplicity. Nutritionally, cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to heart health.