Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup, a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Tomatoes:
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened), halved
Roasted Garlic:
- 1 whole head of garlic
Onion Mixture:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Soup Base:
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free option)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the tomatoes: Arrange halved tomatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the garlic: Cut the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the baking sheet with the tomatoes. Roast for 30-35 minutes until caramelized.
- Prepare the soup base: In a large pot, sauté chopped onion in 1 tbsp olive oil. Add roasted garlic, tomatoes, broth, and basil. Blend until smooth.
- Finish the soup: Stir in heavy cream, simmer for 5-10 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Warm with garnishes like fresh basil or roasted cherry tomatoes.
Notes
- You can add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra depth of flavor.
- For a thicker soup, simmer longer to reduce the liquid content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Tomato soup, Roasted garlic, Creamy soup, Comfort food
