Description
Easy Roasted Tomato Soup is a simple yet comforting dish that brings the vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes and aromatic garlic to your table. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, ready in under an hour. Enjoy each velvety spoonful paired with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened), halved
- 4 cloves garlic, whole
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange halved tomatoes and whole garlic on the baking sheet, cut side up.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes are caramelized and juicy.
- Transfer roasted tomatoes and garlic to a blender, add vegetable broth, and blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended soup into a pot over medium heat, stir in fresh basil, adjust seasoning, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added richness, stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk before serving. - Customize flavors by adding herbs like thyme or spices such as cayenne pepper for heat. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.