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Roasted Tomato Basil Soup: 120 kcal

By the Healthy Plate team

Roasted Tomato Soup

Roasting tomatoes before cooking transforms them: sweeter and deeper with no sugar. A light soup for dinner or a starter before lunch.

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Why it's good for you

  • Cooking boosts tomato lycopene
  • Very low in calories
  • Cheap, easy-to-find ingredients

Roasted Tomato Soup

10 minPrep
35 minRoast & cook
4Servings
120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 kg tomatoes, halved
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • A handful of basil
  • Salt, pepper, paprika

Method

  1. Spread tomatoes, onion and garlic on a tray; drizzle with oil and salt.
  2. Roast 25 minutes at 200°C.
  3. Transfer to a pot with stock and paprika; simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Blend with basil and serve with wholegrain toast.
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Tip

If the tomatoes are sharp, blend in half a roasted carrot instead of sugar.

What to serve with it

  • Grilled cheese on wholegrain bread (the classic)
  • Roasted chickpeas on top
  • A boiled egg
  • A green side salad

Frequently asked questions

Can I use canned tomatoes?

Yes, though roasted fresh ones are sweeter. Roast canned for just 15 minutes.

How do I make it creamy?

Blend in two spoons of yogurt or some cooked chickpeas.

How long does it keep?

4 days in the fridge and 3 months frozen.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.