Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Warm up your chilly evenings with this Roasted Tomato Basil Soup, where the rich aroma of roasted tomatoes meets the fresh scent of basil. This comforting bowl is not only a feast for the senses but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, serve it alongside crusty bread for a delightful dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange halved tomatoes cut side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Add quartered onions and unpeeled garlic cloves to the baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes are blistered.
- Allow to cool slightly, then blend roasted vegetables with vegetable broth until smooth.
- Stir in chopped basil and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg