Homemade Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
The best homemade roasted tomato basil soup made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil. Perfect for using up garden tomatoes!
Equipment
- large baking sheet
- Food processor
- Pot
- immersion blender
Ingredients
For the roasted tomatoes
- 3 pounds roma or plum tomatoes, cut in half
- 8 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Freshly ground salt and pepper
For the caramelized onions
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 2 yellow onions thinly sliced
Additions to the soup
- ½ cup packed basil leaves
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1-2 cups water or vegetarian broth depending on how thick you want the soup
- Freshly ground salt and pepper to taste
Optional add ins
- Light/Regular coconut milk for a creamy vegan soup
- Whole dairy milk/heavy cream for a creamy texture
- Parmesan cheese for a tangy flavor enhancing flavor
- 1-2 tablespoons butter for richer flavor
Instructions
Roasting tomatoes
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place halved tomatoes and garlic cloves on the baking sheet and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Generously season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes.
Caramelizing onions
- While the tomatoes are roasting, add ½ tablespoon olive oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion slices and stir to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden in color, approximately 20 minutes.
Blending soup
- Once tomatoes and garlic are done roasting, allow them to cool for 10 minutes, then blend until smooth with basil and caramelized onions. Transfer back to pot.
Finishing soup
- Add oregano, vegetarian broth, and salt and pepper to taste. Add any additional add-ins of choice. Simmer for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. To freeze, place in a freezer-friendly container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 21.3gProtein: 3.1gFat: 13.6gSaturated Fat: 1.7gFiber: 3.4gSugar: 8.6g
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