Roasted Tomato and Garlic Soup

Indulge in the rich, complex flavors of our Roasted Tomato and Garlic Soup, a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food.

This luxurious soup begins with oven-roasted tomatoes and garlic, a process that intensifies their natural sweetness and adds a subtle smokiness. Blended to silky perfection and enhanced with fresh basil and a touch of cream, each spoonful is a velvety embrace of summer’s bounty.

Whether paired with a grilled cheese sandwich for a nostalgic meal or served as an elegant starter, this soup is a testament to the transformative power of roasting and the timeless appeal of tomato soup.

Roasted Tomato and Garlic Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Course Soup

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 6

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 3 lbs ripe tomatoes halved
• 1 head of garlic top sliced off
• 1 large onion quartered
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
• 1/2 cup heavy cream optional
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Croutons or grilled cheese cubes for serving optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Place tomatoes (cut side up), onion quarters, and garlic head on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
• Roast for 45 minutes, or until tomatoes are caramelized and garlic is soft.
• Let cool slightly. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves out of their skins.
• Transfer roasted vegetables to a large pot. Add broth and tomato paste.
• Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
• Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to the pot.
• Stir in fresh basil and cream (if using). Simmer for 5 more minutes.
• Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
• Serve hot, topped with croutons or grilled cheese cubes if desired.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 4g
• Fat: 12g
• Sodium: 350mg

Keyword Garlic, Tomatoes

Cooking Tips

• For a smoother soup, pass it through a fine-mesh strainer after blending.
• Roasting the vegetables intensifies their flavors, don’t skip this step!

Equipment Needed

• Baking sheet
• Large pot
• Immersion blender or regular blender

Possible Substitutions

• Use canned whole tomatoes if fresh ones are not in season.
• For a dairy-free version, omit the cream or use coconut cream.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.