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Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup

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Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup is a comforting and velvety soup made with sweet, oven-roasted tomatoes and caramelized garlic. Blended to perfection with broth and a touch of cream, it’s a deeply flavorful dish ideal for cozy dinners or light lunches.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Roasting, Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh Roma or plum tomatoes, halved
  • 6 cloves garlic, whole and unpeeled
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange halved tomatoes and garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
  2. In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent.
  3. Squeeze roasted garlic from skins and add to the pot along with roasted tomatoes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  8. Simmer gently for 5 more minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Use canned tomatoes when fresh are out of season—roast them with garlic for flavor.
  • Add roasted red bell peppers for a smoky variation.
  • For a vegan version, use vegetable broth and substitute cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.
  • Strain soup after blending for an ultra-smooth texture.
  • Pairs well with grilled cheese, garlic bread, or a fresh salad.

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