Quick Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this comforting and flavorful Quick Roasted Tomato Basil Soup! Bursting with the natural sweetness of oven-roasted Roma tomatoes, garlic, and onion, this easy soup is a celebration of bold, fresh ingredients. The roasting process caramelizes the vegetables, adding depth and sweetness, while fresh basil infuses it with a fragrant, herbaceous note. With a silky texture enhanced by optional heavy cream and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes, this 40-minute recipe is perfect for cozy evenings or meal prepping. Serve it with crusty bread or a simple salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal that screams comfort in every spoonful. Ideal for fans of fresh tomato soup recipes, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 whole Roma tomatoes
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 3 cups Vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Halve the Roma tomatoes and place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the sheet along with a roughly chopped yellow onion.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the tomatoes, garlic, and onion, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 7

Transfer the roasted tomatoes, garlic, and onions to a blender or food processor.

Step 8

Add the vegetable broth and blend until smooth. (Adjust the consistency by adding more broth if needed.)

Step 9

Pour the blended mixture into a large pot over medium heat.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh basil leaves and let the soup simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 11

Optional: Stir in the heavy cream for a richer texture and add red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 13

Serve the soup hot, garnished with a few fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1436.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	997.2

Total Fat 70.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4089.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 19.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248.6mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2715.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 30.4%