Description
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines the sweetness of roasted tomatoes with the aromatic freshness of basil. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting soup is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve it as a starter or main dish alongside crusty bread or grilled cheese for a delightful meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange halved tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Roast tomatoes for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- In a large pot, heat more olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add roasted tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in chopped basil and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg