Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup, made with fresh tomatoes, roasted garlic, and a touch of cream for a silky finish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened), halved
- 1 whole head of garlic
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 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
- Roast the tomatoes and garlic: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place halved tomatoes and garlic head on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 30-40 minutes.
- Saute onions: In a pot, saute chopped onions in olive oil until translucent.
- Add ingredients: Squeeze roasted garlic into the pot, add roasted tomatoes, broth, and seasonings. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
- Finish: Stir in cream, basil, and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can add other herbs like oregano or thyme for extra flavor.
- To make it vegan, use coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Tomato soup, Roasted garlic, Creamy soup, Vegetarian recipe, Comfort food
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