Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic
A deeply flavorful tomato soup made with roasted garlic and fresh basil, simmered to perfection for cozy comfort. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs canned crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, roasted garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 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
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 4 cloves, roasted garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 4 roasted garlic cloves (squeezed from skins) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes and 1 cup vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until flavors meld.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes more until soup thickens slightly and basil is wilted, then serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic?
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 canned crushed tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic?
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-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic 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.
Is Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic 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
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
