Description

A comforting roasted tomato basil soup with a rich vegan base and an optional creamy chicken variation. Perfect for cozy dinners, this versatile recipe combines roasted tomatoes, fragrant basil, and smooth creaminess.

Ingredients

Scale

8–10 medium ripe tomatoes, halved

1 large yellow onion, sliced

4–5 garlic cloves, peeled

1 cup fresh basil leaves

2–3 tablespoons olive oil

3–4 cups vegetable broth

1/2–3/4 cup coconut milk or cashew cream

salt and cracked black pepper to taste

1–1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken (optional)

1/4–1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

2. Arrange halved tomatoes, sliced onion, and garlic cloves on the baking sheet

3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper

4. Roast for 30–40 minutes until tomatoes are softened and caramelized

5. Let roasted vegetables cool slightly, then transfer to a blender with 1 cup of broth and blend until smooth

6. Pour blended mixture into a soup pot, add remaining broth and fresh basil leaves

7. Simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally

8. Lower heat and stir in coconut milk or cashew cream, adjusting consistency with broth

9. For the creamy chicken twist, fold in shredded chicken and heavy cream or dairy-free substitute

10. Garnish with basil leaves, a swirl of cream, and cracked pepper before serving

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: soup
Method: roasting
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 220
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 450
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 3
Protein: 10
Cholesterol: 40

Keywords: roasted tomato basil soup, vegan tomato soup, creamy chicken soup, homemade soup, comfort food, tomato basil, vegan soup, healthy soup, family dinner