Easy Homemade Roasted Tomato Soup (Only 8 Ingredients) - Savvy Bites (2024)

• Bursting with fresh, homemade flavours
• Ideal for using up extra tomatoes
• Easy to make – perfect for weeknight dinners
• Versatile – vegan and gluten-free options available

🧾 Ingredients

• Tomatoes: (preferably Roma) The star of the dish, roasted to perfection for a deep flavour.
• Onion & Garlic: Add sweetness and depth.
• Basil: Fresh or dried, adding an Italian touch.
• Olive Oil: Helps in roasting and sautéing and gives a silky texture.
• Smoked Paprika: Adds a unique smoky flavour.
• Chicken or Vegetable Broth: Forms the base of the soup.
• Salt, Pepper, Red Pepper Flakes & Paprika: Seasoning to taste.
• Optional Additions: Cream, vegan butter, cashew cream for creaminess, extra basil leaves and parmesan cheese for serving

See recipe card for quantities.

Why is roasting the tomatoes so important

This recipe is inspired by traditional Italian cooking but comes with a modern twist. Roasting the tomatoes caramelizes them, bringing out a sweet, concentrated flavour that's incomparable to canned alternatives.

📖 Substitutions & Variations

• Dairy-free? Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk.
• Spice it up with extra red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne.
• Add in roasted bell pepper or butternut squash for a new flavour profile. Or try this roasted red pepper soup.

👩🏻‍🍳 Making Roasted Tomato Soup Step By Step

• Roast the Tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 200°C, quarter the tomatoes, season, and roast for 25-30 minutes.
• Sauté Onions and Garlic: Gently sauté in olive oil until soft and golden.
• Adding Tomatoes and Other Ingredients: Combine roasted tomatoes, basil, and seasoning and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
• Blending to Desired Consistency: Use an immersion blender or an upright blender to reach your preferred texture.
• Final Seasoning Adjustments: Taste and adjust as needed.

How To Use Bicarb of Soda (Baking Soda) to Help With The Acidity of Tomatoes

• Baking soda neutralizes acidic components in tomatoes.
• Reacts with acids to form water and neutral salts.
• Reduces overall acidity, creating a milder flavour.
• Must be used sparingly to avoid an unpleasant taste.

🍅 Picking the Best Tomatoes for Roasted Tomato Soup

• Roma Tomatoes: Known for their rich flavour and meaty texture, making them great for roasting and blending into a soup.
• Beefsteak Tomatoes: These large tomatoes have a sweet flavour and are juicy, making them suitable for a flavorful and rich soup.
• Cherry Tomatoes: While smaller, they pack a sweet and intense flavour, especially when roasted. They can add depth to the soup.
• San Marzano Tomatoes: Highly regarded for sauces and soups, these tomatoes have a balance of acidity and sweetness.
• Heirloom Tomatoes: If you're looking for unique flavours, heirloom varieties can provide interesting tastes and textures.

Tips:

• Freshness Matters: Choosing fresh, ripe tomatoes will always give the best results, regardless of the variety.
• Seasonality: Consider the season and local availability; fresh, in-season tomatoes will generally taste better.
• Combination of Varieties: Sometimes, mixing different types of tomatoes can create a more complex and satisfying flavour profile in the soup.

Selecting the best tomatoes for roasted tomato soup often comes down to personal preference and availability, but starting with these varieties will give you a great base to start with.

🍯 Storaging Roasted Tomato Soup

• Fridge
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer
  • It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
• Reheat
  • Thaw in the fridge and reheat on the stove.

Can I make this soup with canned tomatoes?

Fresh roasted tomatoes give the best flavour, but canned can be used in a pinch.

What's the best way to make this soup creamy without dairy?

Cashew cream or coconut milk are great substitutes.

Can I make this in an Instant Pot?

Yes, follow the same steps but use the soup setting.

Should I peel the tomatoes for making soup?

Absolutely no need. I keep the skins on and the seeds as well. But if you prefer you can use a paring knife to gently peel the tomato skins off and chop them to discard the seeds.

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, it reheats well and can be frozen.

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