Roasted Tomato Soup with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of homemade Roasted Tomato Soup with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich, velvety soup that’s perfect for chilly evenings or as a cozy family meal. The natural sweetness of roasted tomatoes combined with aromatic garlic and fresh basil creates a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or a main dish. Pair it with grilled cheese sandwiches for an unbeatable comfort meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg Fresh Tomatoes
- 240 ml Chicken Stock (or vegetable stock)
- 3–4 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium White Onion
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Tomato Puree
- ½ tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Olive Oil
- Salt & Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200C/390F. Halve the fresh tomatoes and place them on a baking tray, cut side up. Season with salt and pepper, then add garlic cloves and thyme sprigs. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 25-30 minutes until lightly charred.
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until golden, then stir in tomato puree and balsamic vinegar; cook for an additional minute.
- Remove roasted garlic from its skin and add all roasted ingredients to the pot along with stock and basil leaves. Simmer covered for about 30 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth, adjusting consistency with more stock if desired. Taste and season before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg