Description
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish that warms the soul. With the sweet aroma of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil wafting through your kitchen, this soup evokes cozy memories of family gatherings and lazy afternoons. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a rainy day or a festive dinner party, this easy-to-make soup will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place tomato halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast tomatoes for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add roasted tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot; bring to a simmer.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until smooth.
- Stir in fresh basil and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra basil or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg