Description

Easy Roasted Tomato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cold winter days. With its rich flavors of roasted tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil, this creamy soup is both simple to prepare and deeply satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes, it serves as a delightful weeknight dinner or a sophisticated starter. Enjoy it hot alongside crusty bread or grilled cheese for the perfect cozy meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
6 cloves garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a parchment-lined baking sheet, toss halved tomatoes and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Roast for 25-30 minutes until blistered.
Transfer roasted ingredients to a blender; add vegetable broth and fresh basil. Blend until smooth.
Heat the blended soup in a pot over medium heat, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, sauté chopped onions in olive oil before blending. - Add a splash of balsamic vinegar or cream for extra richness. - Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to five days or frozen for up to three months.