This simple roasted tomato basil soup uses roasted fresh tomatoes, basil and herbs. It's a healthy budget recipe using ordinary or budget tomatoes.
Folks, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of homemade tomato soup, is there?
And this simple roasted tomato basil soup is just so perfect for this time of year, as the weather cools.
It's made with freshly roasted tomatoes which brings out their natural sweetness and flavour.
Then adding garlic, onion, fresh basil and a few carefully chosen herbs and spices makes it into a deliciously rich and comforting soup.
The great thing about this recipe is that you don't need expensive vine tomatoes to make it.
Use whatever fresh tomatoes are available, including budget or salad tomatoes, as it's the roasting process that gives the soup it's deep satisfying flavour.
If you don't think your tomatoes aren't particularly flavoursome, don't worry.
We add a can of chopped tomatoes just to boost the tomato flavour which gives a consistently delicious result every time.
And if you don't fancy roasting tomatoes or you're looking for a much quicker soup to make then head on over to my popular simple skinny tomato soup recipe instead.
You'll find that recipe and this roasted tomato basil soup both naturally vegetarian and vegan.
This recipe is a great healthy lunch or light dinner. Perfect for packed lunches too, and great served with some crusty bread for scooping up every last drop!
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Why You’ll Love This Simple Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
- Simple and budget-friendly: You can use everyday salad or budget tomatoes rather than expensive vine tomatoes making this a delicious homemade soup that won't break the bank.
- Packed with flavour: Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness and adding the garlic, basil, herbs and spices creates the delicious depth of flavour.
- Easy to make: With just a little preparation and roasting, the ingredients are simmered together and blended into a wonderfully smooth and comforting soup.
- Stores easily: Can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days without loosing flavour, freezes well too which makes it a great soup for making batches of.
- Perfect for lunch or a light dinner/starter: This healthy roasted tomato basil soup is delicious served with crusty bread and is also ideal as a starter course for dinner parties.
Ingredients
- Medium Sized Fresh Tomatoes - any variety.
- Garlic Cloves - use fresh rather than garlic powder.
- Olive Oil - just use cooking olive oil.
- Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
- Dried Thyme - use fresh if you want to.
- Dried Oregano - use fresh if you want to.
- Large Onion
- Smoked Paprika
- Ground Cumin
- Vegetable Stock/Vegetable Broth
- Fresh Basil - use fresh not dried for the best results.
- Tinned Chopped Tomatoes
- Granulated Sugar, optional – only if the tomatoes are particularly acidic.
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Simple Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Detailed instructions are in the recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to make this roasted tomato basil soup recipe:
Steps 1-3
- Preheat the oven to 180°C Fan.
- Cut tomatoes in half.
- Place on a large baking / roasting tray with the peeled garlic cloves scattered amongst the tomatoes.
Step 4
- Drizzle olive oil over then grate some salt and black pepper and scatter the dried thyme and dried oregano.
Step 5
- Roast the tomatoes until soft and beginning to caramelise around the edges.
Step 6
- Whilst the tomatoes are roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a large saucepan and sauté the chopped onion until softened.
Step 7
- Stir the smoked paprika and ground cumin into the softened onion.
Step 8
- Scrape the roasted tomatoes, garlic and all the juices from the roasting tray into the saucepan with the onion then add the stock, chopped basil and chopped tomatoes. Stir well.
Step 9
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 10
- Remove soup from heat and using a stick blender or food processor blend the soup until smooth.
Step 11
- Return soup to pan and season to taste. If required stir in the optional sugar.
Step 12
- Serve in bowls and garnish with freshly chopped basil.
Equipment
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FAQ's
How Many Calories Are In This Simple Roasted Tomato Basil Soup?
There are 176 calories per serving of this recipe.
What Tomatoes Are Best For Roasted Tomato Soup?
You really don't need to use expensive vine tomatoes for this particular recipe. Roma, plum and vine tomatoes are excellent, but ordinary salad tomatoes and budget tomatoes work here too.
Can I Make This Soup Without The Canned Tomatoes?
Absolutely. If on roasting your tomatoes and adding them to the saucepan, prior to adding the tin of tomatoes it tastes perfect to you, then do not add!
The idea behind this recipe is that roasting whatever fresh tomatoes you have available brings out their natural sweetness, while the basil, thyme and spices add plenty of flavour.
How Do I Make The Soup Thinner?
If your soup is too thick, simply stir in a little extra vegetable stock or hot water until it reaches the consistency you prefer.
How Do I Make The Soup Thicker?
If your tomato soup is too thin, mix a tablespoon of corn flour with some cold water to create a paste and stir it into the soup whilst its still simmering.
Can I Make This Tomato Basil Soup Creamy?
If you prefer a creamy soup, you can stir in a small amount of cream, crème fraîche or coconut milk just before serving. Just be aware this will alter the flavour of the recipe and the nutritional label below.
Can I Make This Soup Ahead Of Time?
Yes, and the flavour can actually become even better after the soup has had time to sit and the herbs and spices have infused. Allow the soup to cool, transfer it to a covered container and refrigerate until you're ready to reheat it.
How Long Does Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Keep?
Store the cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
How To Reheat?
Reheat it gently in a saucepan over a medium heat until piping hot, stirring occasionally. Or in 1 minute bursts in a microwave stirring in between.
Can I Freeze Roasted Tomato Basil Soup?
Yes, this soup freezes really well, making it ideal for batch cooking. Allow it to cool completely, portion it into individual freezer containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating, or reheat gently from frozen until piping hot.
What Can I Serve With Roasted Tomato Basil Soup?
A bowl of this tomato and basil soup with fresh tomatoes is delicious served with crusty bread, wholemeal bread, garlic bread or homemade croutons.
Can I Use Dried Basil Instead Of Fresh Basil?
I do recommend fresh basil because it gives this soup its classic fresh tomato and basil flavour. Dried basil may work but not as well.
Other Popular Tomato Soup Recipes To Try
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 medium fresh tomatoes approximately 1.5kg, any variety, washed and halved
- 4 cloves garlic peeled
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 500 ml vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoon fresh basil chopped, plus extra for garnish
- 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar optional – only if the tomatoes are particularly acidic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C Fan.
- Wash tomatoes, remove any green stalks and cut them in half.
- Place the tomatoes cut-side up on a large baking tray and scatter the peeled garlic cloves amongst the tomatoes.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic. Grate some salt and black pepper over then scatter the dried thyme and dried oregano.
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and beginning to caramelise around the edges.
- Whilst the tomatoes are roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Stir the smoked paprika and ground cumin into the softened onion and cook for 1 minute.
- Scrape the roasted tomatoes, garlic and all the juices from the roasting tray into the saucepan with the onion then add the stock, chopped basil and chopped tomatoes. Stir well.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove soup from heat and using a stick blender or food processor blend the soup until smooth.
- Return to pan and season to taste with the salt and pepper and if required stir in the optional teaspoon of sugar.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with freshly chopped basil.
Nutrition
Nutrition Label
Nutritional information provided below is calculated using paid for online tools and the exact ingredients and quantities used above.
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angiesrecipes
Sometimes you don't need a lot of ingredients to have a decent meal. This looks fabulous!
Neil
Thanks so much, Angie! 😊 I totally agree. I've kept things simple as the roasted tomatoes and fresh basil do all the hard work here!
Charlie DeSando
Neil, looks perfect for an early fall soup
Neil
Exactly what it's intended for. Thanks Charlie!
Mimi Rippee
I love that you roasted the tomatoes. It’s very pretty!
Neil
Thank you, that's very nice of you to say Mimi! 🙂
Sherry M
sounds delicious Neil. I am not a massive tomato fan so I like to make a similar soup but with lots of red capsicums too. Amazing how the roasting boosts the flavour ...
cheers
Sherry
Neil
Thanks so much, Sherry! 😊 I love the idea of adding lots of red capsicums too — I bet they add a lovely sweetness to the soup. And you're absolutely right, roasting really does transform the flavour of both tomatoes and peppers!