Description
Warm up with this comforting Roasted Tomato Basil Soup, where the rich flavors of roasted tomatoes meld beautifully with fragrant basil. Perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings, this soup wraps you in deliciousness with every spoonful. Enjoy it alone or pair it with a crusty bread or grilled cheese for a delightful meal. This easy-to-make recipe promises to bring warmth and nostalgia to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare tomatoes by washing and halving them. Slice the onion and mince the garlic.
- On a baking sheet, toss halved tomatoes and sliced onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped basil and sauté for another minute.
- Transfer roasted tomatoes to the pot along with vegetable broth; stir well to combine.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Serve hot, drizzling extra virgin olive oil on top and garnishing with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg