Description
A comforting Roasted Tomato Soup with a rich, buttery flavor that celebrates the natural sweetness of tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or heirloom)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 large sweet onion
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp fresh basil (or thyme, or oregano)
- 1/2 cup cream or coconut milk (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and core tomatoes, cutting them into halves or quarters. Peel and crush garlic cloves and chop onion.
- On a baking sheet, spread cut tomatoes, garlic, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until blistered and fragrant.
- Transfer roasted mixture to a large pot, adding vegetable broth and herbs. Simmer for 10 minutes. Blend with an immersion blender for a silky texture.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk if desired, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwich.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet when roasting to ensure proper caramelization. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Roasted Tomato Soup, Comfort Food, Vegan Soup