🎉 Introduction
If you’re craving a warm, comforting, and deeply flavorful soup that tastes like it came straight from a rustic café, this Roasted Tomato Garlic Soup is the perfect recipe for you. It’s fresh, velvety, aromatic, and packed with rich flavors created through the simple magic of roasting.
Unlike canned tomato soups that taste flat or overly acidic, roasting fresh tomatoes with onions and a whole head of garlic transforms them into something incredible. The tomatoes become naturally sweet and caramelized, the garlic turns buttery and mellow, and the onions develop a deep golden richness. Together, they create a base that feels luxurious even before you add the broth or cream.
This soup has the perfect balance of sweetness, warmth, and herbal depth, thanks to dried basil, thyme, and just the right amount of red pepper flakes. A splash of heavy cream adds smoothness without making the soup heavy. It’s cozy, nourishing, and deeply satisfying — the kind of recipe that warms your hands, heart, and soul.
It’s ideal for chilly fall evenings, winter comfort meals, rainy days, cozy Sunday dinners, or simply when you want something fresh and homemade. Pair it with grilled cheese, toasted sourdough, garlic croutons, or even enjoy it plain. No matter how you serve it, this soup is a masterpiece of simple ingredients layered with big flavor.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Parchment paper
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Blender or immersion blender
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Ladle
🛒 Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes (Roma, vine, or cherry), halved
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 1 large onion, cut into wedges
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Dried Herbs
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Spices & Seasonings
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Broth
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Oils
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Dairy
- ¼ cup heavy cream
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Prep the Tomatoes and Garlic
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Slice tomatoes in half and spread them onto a baking sheet.
Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap completely in foil, and place on the tray.
Scatter onion wedges around the tomatoes.
Drizzle everything with olive oil, then season with salt and black pepper.
Step 2: Roast the Vegetables
Roast for 25–30 minutes or until:
- Tomatoes burst and caramelize
- Garlic becomes buttery and soft
- Onion edges turn golden
This step is key — it creates that deep, rich roasted flavor.
Step 3: Transfer to the Pot
Place roasted tomatoes and onions into a large pot.
Squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of the bulb and into the pot.
Add:
- Dried basil
- Dried thyme
- Red pepper flakes
Sauté lightly for 2 minutes to bloom the spices.
Step 4: Add Broth
Pour in vegetable broth.
Stir everything together.
Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
Step 5: Blend Until Creamy
Use an immersion blender in the pot
—or carefully transfer to a regular blender—
Blend until smooth, creamy, and velvety.
Taste and adjust:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Herbs
Step 6: Add Heavy Cream
Stir in the heavy cream.
Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes more.
Do not boil hard — low heat keeps the cream smooth.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Ladle into warm bowls.
Top with:
- Fresh basil or parsley
- Cracked black pepper
- A swirl of cream
- A drizzle of olive oil
Serve with garlic bread, croutons, or grilled cheese.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Roasting Time: 30 minutes
- Simmer Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Store in airtight containers for 4–5 days.
Reheating
- Stovetop: Medium-low heat
- Microwave: 1–2 minutes
Freezing
Freeze without heavy cream for up to 3 months.
Add cream after reheating for best texture.
🥄 Variations
1. Spicy Roasted Tomato Soup
Add 1 extra teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
2. Basil Parmesan Version
Add ¼ cup grated Parmesan before blending.
3. Vegan Version
Replace heavy cream with coconut cream.
4. Tomato Pepper Blend
Add roasted red bell peppers for sweetness.
5. Extra Creamy Soup
Increase heavy cream to ½ cup.
6. Rustic Chunky Version
Blend only half the soup.
7. Herb Explosion
Add rosemary and oregano for deeper aroma.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use canned tomatoes?
Yes — roast them briefly first for flavor.
2. Can I skip roasting the garlic?
Roasting gives sweetness and depth — but raw garlic works too.
3. Can I make it dairy-free?
Use coconut milk or cashew cream.
4. Which tomatoes taste best?
Roma, cherry, and vine tomatoes work beautifully.
5. How can I thicken the soup?
Simmer longer or add 1 tbsp tomato paste.
6. Is this soup spicy?
Mildly — adjust pepper flakes to your liking.
7. Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, but freeze without cream for best texture.
8. Does it pair well with proteins?
Excellent with chicken, salmon, or roasted tofu.
9. Can I add pasta or rice?
Yes — cooked orzo or rice makes it heartier.
10. Why is my soup acidic?
Add a pinch of sugar or more cream to balance.
🏁 Conclusion
This Roasted Tomato Garlic Soup delivers everything a cozy homemade soup should be—rich, creamy, aromatic, and bursting with roasted flavor. The caramelized tomatoes, buttery garlic, fragrant herbs, and splash of cream create a beautifully balanced bowl of pure comfort.
It’s simple, wholesome, and deeply satisfying—perfect for chilly evenings, cozy weekends, or as a warm starter for a family dinner. Whether you enjoy it with garlic bread, a classic grilled cheese, or on its own, this soup is guaranteed to bring comfort and flavor with every spoonful.
Fresh. Cozy. Creamy.
A comforting classic done right.
Roasted Tomato Garlic Soup – The Coziest Fall & Winter Comfort Dish
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Method
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice tomatoes in half and spread them onto a baking sheet.
- Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap completely in foil, and place on the tray.
- Scatter onion wedges around the tomatoes.
- Drizzle everything with olive oil, then season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes or until:
- Tomatoes burst and caramelize
- Garlic becomes buttery and soft
- Onion edges turn golden
- This step is key — it creates that deep, rich roasted flavor.
- Step 3: Transfer to the Pot
- Place roasted tomatoes and onions into a large pot.
- Squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of the bulb and into the pot.
- Add:
- Dried basil
- Dried thyme
- Red pepper flakes
- Sauté lightly for 2 minutes to bloom the spices.
- Pour in vegetable broth.
- Stir everything together.
- Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Use an immersion blender in the pot
- —or carefully transfer to a regular blender—
- Blend until smooth, creamy, and velvety.
- Taste and adjust:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Herbs
- Stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes more.
- Do not boil hard — low heat keeps the cream smooth.
- Ladle into warm bowls.
- Top with:
- Fresh basil or parsley
- Cracked black pepper
- A swirl of cream
- A drizzle of olive oil
- Serve with garlic bread, croutons, or grilled cheese.
Notes
Refrigerator Store in airtight containers for 4–5 days. Reheating Stovetop: Medium-low heat Microwave: 1–2 minutes Freezing Freeze without heavy cream for up to 3 months.
Add cream after reheating for best texture. 🥄 Variations
1. Spicy Roasted Tomato Soup Add 1 extra teaspoon of red pepper flakes. 2. Basil Parmesan Version Add ¼ cup grated Parmesan before blending. 3. Vegan Version Replace heavy cream with coconut cream. 4. Tomato Pepper Blend Add roasted red bell peppers for sweetness. 5. Extra Creamy Soup Increase heavy cream to ½ cup. 6. Rustic Chunky Version Blend only half the soup. 7. Herb Explosion Add rosemary and oregano for deeper aroma. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use canned tomatoes? Yes — roast them briefly first for flavor. 2. Can I skip roasting the garlic? Roasting gives sweetness and depth — but raw garlic works too. 3. Can I make it dairy-free? Use coconut milk or cashew cream. 4. Which tomatoes taste best? Roma, cherry, and vine tomatoes work beautifully. 5. How can I thicken the soup? Simmer longer or add 1 tbsp tomato paste. 6. Is this soup spicy? Mildly — adjust pepper flakes to your liking. 7. Can I freeze leftovers? Yes, but freeze without cream for best texture. 8. Does it pair well with proteins? Excellent with chicken, salmon, or roasted tofu. 9. Can I add pasta or rice? Yes — cooked orzo or rice makes it heartier. 10. Why is my soup acidic? Add a pinch of sugar or more cream to balance. 🏁 Conclusion This Roasted Tomato Garlic Soup delivers everything a cozy homemade soup should be—rich, creamy, aromatic, and bursting with roasted flavor. The caramelized tomatoes, buttery garlic, fragrant herbs, and splash of cream create a beautifully balanced bowl of pure comfort. It’s simple, wholesome, and deeply satisfying—perfect for chilly evenings, cozy weekends, or as a warm starter for a family dinner. Whether you enjoy it with garlic bread, a classic grilled cheese, or on its own, this soup is guaranteed to bring comfort and flavor with every spoonful. Fresh. Cozy. Creamy.
A comforting classic done right.
