Description
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings. This flavorful soup features roasted tomatoes blended with fresh basil and aromatic garlic, creating a velvety texture that warms the soul. Dip crusty bread into this vibrant dish for a truly indulgent experience. Easy to make and packed with fresh ingredients, this soup will transport you straight to the sun-kissed fields of Italy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, quartered
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread quartered tomatoes on the baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add remaining olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add roasted tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves before blending until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt or sugar if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg