Roasted Tomato Soup With Crispy Croutons (Printable)

Vibrant roasted tomato soup with golden croutons, perfect for cozy meals.

# What You’ll Need:

→ For the Roasted Tomato Soup

01 - 3.3 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 large onion, quartered
03 - 4 cloves garlic, peeled
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp salt
06 - 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
08 - 2 cups vegetable broth
09 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
10 - 1 tsp sugar, optional to balance acidity
11 - 0.25 cup heavy cream or coconut cream, optional for creaminess

→ For the Crispy Croutons

12 - 4 thick slices day-old bread, cut into 0.75 inch cubes
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
15 - 0.25 tsp salt
16 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Arrange the halved tomatoes, onion quarters, and garlic cloves on a large baking tray. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme. Toss gently to coat evenly.
03 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, until the tomatoes are caramelized and the onions are soft.
04 - While the vegetables roast, prepare the croutons: In a bowl, toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a lined baking sheet and bake, sharing the oven with the tomatoes, for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring once, until golden and crisp. Set aside.
05 - Transfer the roasted tomatoes, onion, and garlic to a large saucepan. Add vegetable broth, tomato paste, and sugar if using. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes.
06 - Use an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a blender to purée the soup until smooth. For extra creaminess, stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream. Adjust seasoning to taste.
07 - Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top generously with crispy croutons. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The roasting process intensifies the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and garlic.
  • Homemade croutons provide the perfect crunch to complement the velvety soup.
  • It is a simple, healthy, and vegetarian meal that feels like a warm hug.
  • Extremely versatile—easy to make vegan or gluten-free with minor swaps.
02 -
  • Ensure the tomatoes are well-caramelized in the oven to unlock their maximum flavor potential.
  • Stir the croutons halfway through their baking time to ensure even browning and crispness.
  • If using a traditional blender, let the soup cool slightly and blend in small batches to avoid pressure buildup.
  • Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge; it often tastes even better the next day!
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