Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup
A velvety, deeply flavorful soup made with roasted tomatoes and fresh basil, offering a rich taste without heavy cream for a comforting yet light meal. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs heirloom tomatoes, medium onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs heirloom tomatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut 2 lbs heirloom tomatoes into quarters, then toss with 1 diced medium onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp olive oil on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 35 minutes until tomatoes are softened and slightly caramelized around the edges.
- Step 3: Transfer roasted mixture to a blender, add 4 cups vegetable broth, and blend until completely smooth. Return to a pot and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until heated through.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup fresh basil, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes until the cream is fully incorporated and soup is thickened to coat the back of a spoon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep heirloom tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
