Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup
Experience the warmth of Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup, perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings. This rich, flavorful soup combines roasted garlic and ripe tomatoes, creating a delightful culinary embrace. Simple to prepare and versatile, it pairs wonderfully with grilled cheese sandwiches or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 bulb garlic
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the pot; stir well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
- Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added richness, stir in a splash of cream before serving. Experiment with spices like red pepper flakes for a kick.