Cozy 3-Ingredient Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe
This Cozy 3-Ingredient Tomato Soup is a simple, comforting recipe made with Roma tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Roasted to bring out deep flavors, then blended into a smooth, velvety soup, it’s perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With minimal ingredients and easy steps, this soup can be enhanced with optional herbs or additional veggies for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 Roma tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Chopped basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Prepare Vegetables: Cut the Roma tomatoes in half and the onion into chunks. Chop the garlic cloves roughly.
- Arrange and Season: Place the tomatoes, onion chunks, and chopped garlic on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Spray lightly with cooking spray, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast Vegetables: Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 45 minutes until they are soft and caramelized, enhancing the flavors.
- Blend Soup: Transfer the roasted vegetables into a blender and blend until smooth to create a creamy tomato base.
- Warm Soup: Pour the blended soup into a pot over medium-low heat and warm it through for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish with fresh chopped basil or parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- You can add extra veggies like carrots, red pepper, zucchini, cauliflower, or butternut squash to the roasting pan for added flavor and nutrition.
- Add richness by stirring in cheese like Parmesan or nutritional yeast, or a splash of cream, coconut milk, or cashew cream after blending.
- Incorporate spices such as smoked paprika or Italian seasoning for a flavor twist.
- Make the soup heartier by blending in cooked beans or lentils.
- Serve with grilled cheese, crusty bread, or salads as delicious accompaniments.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
