Tomato Bisque with Basil

Tomato Bisque with Basil is a smooth, creamy soup originating from European culinary traditions, particularly French, where 'bisque' originally referred to a rich shellfish soup but now often describes a velvety, cream-based vegetable soup. It's typically made from ripe tomatoes, aromatic vegetables like onions and garlic, fresh basil, and finished with cream or milk for a luxurious texture.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally moderate in carbohydrates from the tomatoes and any added sugar, with some fat from the cream or butter used in preparation. It provides key nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants such as lycopene from the tomatoes, with a rough calorie ballpark of 150-250 per serving depending on the recipe's richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Vitamin A	850 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin K	10 mcg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	55 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, tomato bisque evolved from classical French cuisine but has become a global comfort food, often paired with grilled cheese sandwiches in American dining. Nutritionally, cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to heart health, making this soup both comforting and beneficial.