Roasted Tomato Soup with Garlic
Warm, comforting, and bursting with rich, roasted flavors, this Roasted Tomato Soup with Garlic is the ultimate homemade comfort food. Made with sweet, caramelized Roma tomatoes, tender roasted garlic, and a hint of fresh basil, this soup is a celebration of wholesome, fresh ingredients. Roasting the vegetables enhances their natural sweetness, creating a deep, smoky complexity that’s perfectly balanced with a splash of optional heavy cream for indulgent creaminess. Ready in just under an hour, this easy recipe is satisfying on its own or paired with crusty bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich. Whether you’re looking for a cozy weeknight dinner or a make-ahead option for lunch, this velvety tomato basil soup is a surefire hit. Perfect for anyone craving hearty, homemade flavors with a gourmet touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Roma tomatoes
- 6 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the Roma tomatoes in half lengthwise and place them cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the baking sheet.
Peel and roughly chop the yellow onion into large chunks and place them on the baking sheet as well.
Drizzle the tomatoes, garlic, and onion with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
Once roasted, transfer the tomatoes, garlic, and onion to a large pot.
Add the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to combine flavors.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a countertop blender (be careful with hot liquids).
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and blend a bit more until incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or sugar if needed.
For added creaminess, stir in the heavy cream before reheating the soup gently (optional).
Serve warm with a garnish of fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy with crusty bread or grilled cheese on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1087 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4111 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.2 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3697 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
