🎉 Introduction
A bowl of Roasted Vegetable Soup is the perfect way to warm your soul, nourish your body, and enjoy the rich flavors that only roasted vegetables can provide. This recipe turns simple everyday produce into a silky, velvety, deeply flavorful soup that tastes like it came from a gourmet kitchen. Roasting intensifies the natural sweetness of carrots, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, creating a beautiful depth of flavor that becomes even richer when blended with herbs, garlic, and a touch of cream.
This soup is perfect for winter evenings, cozy weekend meals, meal prep, or anytime you want a smooth, creamy, comforting dish that still feels wholesome and nutrient-rich. It’s naturally vegetarian, full of vitamins, and bursting with roasted goodness. With Italian herbs, sage, fresh rosemary, and garlic, every spoonful tastes layered, aromatic, and incredibly satisfying.
This smooth and creamy roasted vegetable soup is easy, flavorful, and comforting — ideal for family dinners, entertaining guests, or prepping warm lunches for the week.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large soup pot
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Immersion blender or stand blender
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
- Bowls for serving
🛒 Ingredients
Vegetables
- 500 g carrots, large, chopped
- 500 g sweet potatoes, peeled & cubed
- 3 white onions, cut into wedges
- 6 salad tomatoes, halved
- 3 mixed bell peppers, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, whole
Herbs & Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 5 fresh rosemary sprigs
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Liquids
- 800 ml vegetable stock
- 100 ml single cream
Oil
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1 — Prepare vegetables for roasting
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place carrots, sweet potatoes, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and garlic on a large baking sheet lined with parchment.
Step 2 — Season generously
Drizzle with olive oil.
Sprinkle with Italian herbs, dried sage, salt, and pepper.
Add the fresh rosemary sprigs on top.
Step 3 — Roast the vegetables
Roast for 35–45 minutes, stirring once halfway, until vegetables are caramelized and tender.
Step 4 — Transfer to pot
Remove rosemary sprigs.
Transfer all roasted vegetables to a large soup pot.
Pour in the vegetable stock.
Step 5 — Simmer
Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
Step 6 — Blend until smooth
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup into a silky, smooth consistency.
If using a stand blender, blend in batches carefully.
Step 7 — Add the cream
Stir in the single cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Step 8 — Taste & adjust
Add extra salt, pepper, or herbs if desired.
Step 9 — Serve warm
Ladle into bowls and enjoy the rich, creamy roasted flavor.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Roasting Time: 35–45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
- Store for 4–5 days in sealed containers.
Freezer
- Freeze before adding cream for up to 2 months.
- Add cream after reheating.
Reheating
- Warm gently on low heat, adding broth if thickened.
🥄 Variations
1. Spicy Roasted Vegetable Soup
Add chili flakes or cayenne before roasting.
2. Creamier Version
Add extra cream or a spoonful of cream cheese.
3. Herb-Forward Version
Add thyme, basil, or extra rosemary.
4. Vegan Version
Use coconut milk instead of single cream.
5. Protein Boost
Add cooked chicken or white beans.
6. Smoky Version
Add smoked paprika or roasted red peppers.
7. Chunky Version
Blend only half the soup for texture.
8. Sweet & Savory Mix
Add butternut squash or parsnips.
9. Lemon Herb Finish
Add lemon juice and parsley at the end.
10. Lower-Calorie Version
Skip the cream and add more broth.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Why roast the vegetables?
Roasting caramelizes them, creating richer flavor and natural sweetness.
2. Can I use different vegetables?
Yes — parsnips, squash, leeks, and turnips are great additions.
3. Can I make it vegan?
Yes — swap the cream for coconut cream.
4. Can I freeze this soup?
Yes — freeze before adding cream.
5. Do I need to peel the sweet potatoes?
Peel for a smoother texture.
6. Can I use fresh herbs?
Yes — fresh rosemary and thyme are beautiful.
7. Can I skip the cream?
Yes — it becomes a lighter, healthy roasted vegetable soup.
8. How do I make it thicker?
Simmer longer or blend in less liquid.
9. Can I make it spicy?
Add chili powder or red pepper flakes.
10. What do I serve with it?
Crusty bread, grilled cheese, or toasted baguette.
🏁 Conclusion
This Roasted Vegetable Soup is a powerful combination of flavor, comfort, and nourishment. With beautifully roasted carrots, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and sweet potatoes blended into a silky, creamy base, each spoonful is rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. It’s the perfect winter soup — warm, nutritious, and bursting with roasted goodness.
Whether you’re hosting guests, making meal prep for the week, or simply craving a comforting and elegant homemade soup, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Cozy, hearty, and incredibly delicious — this soup is destined to become a favorite.
Roasted Vegetable Soup – Smooth, Creamy & Full of Cozy Flavor
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place carrots, sweet potatoes, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and garlic on a large baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with Italian herbs, dried sage, salt, and pepper.
- Add the fresh rosemary sprigs on top.
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, stirring once halfway, until vegetables are caramelized and tender.
- Remove rosemary sprigs.
- Transfer all roasted vegetables to a large soup pot.
- Pour in the vegetable stock.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup into a silky, smooth consistency.
- If using a stand blender, blend in batches carefully.
- Stir in the single cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add extra salt, pepper, or herbs if desired.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy the rich, creamy roasted flavor.
Notes
Refrigerator Store for 4–5 days in sealed containers. Freezer Freeze before adding cream for up to 2 months. Add cream after reheating. Reheating Warm gently on low heat, adding broth if thickened. 🥄 Variations
1. Spicy Roasted Vegetable Soup Add chili flakes or cayenne before roasting. 2. Creamier Version Add extra cream or a spoonful of cream cheese. 3. Herb-Forward Version Add thyme, basil, or extra rosemary. 4. Vegan Version Use coconut milk instead of single cream. 5. Protein Boost Add cooked chicken or white beans. 6. Smoky Version Add smoked paprika or roasted red peppers. 7. Chunky Version Blend only half the soup for texture. 8. Sweet & Savory Mix Add butternut squash or parsnips. 9. Lemon Herb Finish Add lemon juice and parsley at the end. 10. Lower-Calorie Version Skip the cream and add more broth. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Why roast the vegetables? Roasting caramelizes them, creating richer flavor and natural sweetness. 2. Can I use different vegetables? Yes — parsnips, squash, leeks, and turnips are great additions. 3. Can I make it vegan? Yes — swap the cream for coconut cream. 4. Can I freeze this soup? Yes — freeze before adding cream. 5. Do I need to peel the sweet potatoes? Peel for a smoother texture. 6. Can I use fresh herbs? Yes — fresh rosemary and thyme are beautiful. 7. Can I skip the cream? Yes — it becomes a lighter, healthy roasted vegetable soup. 8. How do I make it thicker? Simmer longer or blend in less liquid. 9. Can I make it spicy? Add chili powder or red pepper flakes. 10. What do I serve with it? Crusty bread, grilled cheese, or toasted baguette. 🏁 Conclusion This Roasted Vegetable Soup is a powerful combination of flavor, comfort, and nourishment. With beautifully roasted carrots, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and sweet potatoes blended into a silky, creamy base, each spoonful is rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. It’s the perfect winter soup — warm, nutritious, and bursting with roasted goodness. Whether you’re hosting guests, making meal prep for the week, or simply craving a comforting and elegant homemade soup, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Cozy, hearty, and incredibly delicious — this soup is destined to become a favorite.
