Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato Soup
A deeply flavorful tomato soup with roasted vegetables and fresh herbs, perfect for chilly evenings. This general-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs extra virgin olive oil, large, diced yellow onion, minced 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 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2, diced carrots
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 diced carrots, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant—do not brown the garlic.
- Step 2: Stir in 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Return to low heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato Soup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato 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 extra virgin olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato 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 Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato 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 Hearty Roasted Vegetable Tomato 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
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better soups dishes though.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
