Description
This Easy Roasted Tomato Soup is a comforting, flavorful recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of roasted Roma tomatoes combined with fragrant garlic and onions. Perfect for a cozy meal, it’s simple to prepare and can be made vegan with a small substitution. It’s creamy, nourishing, and ready in just one hour, perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 pounds ripe Roma tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
Seasonings & Liquids
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Dairy & Garnish
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the halved tomatoes, quartered onion, and peeled garlic cloves onto a baking sheet.
- Season and roast: Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and thyme. Toss them gently to ensure even coating and spread in a single layer. Roast for 35–40 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Blend the roasted vegetables: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the roasted vegetables into a blender or food processor. Add the vegetable broth and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Simmer the soup: Pour the blended soup into a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the tomato paste and heavy cream if using. If the soup tastes too acidic, add the optional sugar. Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Adjust and serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves for a fresh burst of flavor.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the heavy cream or replace it with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.
- This soup pairs beautifully with grilled cheese sandwiches or a side of crusty bread for dipping.
- You can use fresh thyme if available for a brighter herb flavor.
- If you prefer a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
