Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme Soup
A deeply flavorful soup made from tomatoes roasted with fresh thyme, simmered to concentrate sweetness for a comforting bowl of summer. This mediterranean-inspired soups ready in about 80 minutes pairs heirloom tomatoes, olive oil, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut 2 lbs heirloom tomatoes (quartered) into a baking dish, toss with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped), 1 finely diced onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Step 2: Roast for 45 minutes until tomatoes are collapsed and deeply caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
- Step 3: Transfer roasted mixture to a pot, add 2 cups vegetable broth, and simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth, then stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until fully incorporated.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme Soup take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 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 Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme 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 Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme 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 Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Slow-Roasted Tomato and Thyme Soup?
Mediterranean soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
