Ingredients
Method
- First and foremost, prep those veggies.
- Wash them thoroughly and roughly chop the tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and onion.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the chopped veggies on a large baking sheet.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Ensure they’re spread out evenly.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven.
- Roast those vegetables for about 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through until they’re beautifully golden and softened.
- While the veggies are roasting, let’s turn our attention to the soup base.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Once it’s hot, toss in the minced garlic.
- Sauté for a mere 1-2 minutes, just until it’s fragrant.
- By now, the oven should’ve worked its magic on the veggies.
- Retrieve them and transfer to the pot.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, sprinkle the paprika, and give it a good stir.
- Increase the heat to bring your Roasted Vegetable and Tomato Soup to a boil.
- Once boiling, simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Now, the transformative step.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it’s silky smooth.
- Alternatively, you can use a countertop blender but be extra cautious with the hot liquid.
- As the final touch, sprinkle in the chopped fresh basil and stir well.
- Give it a taste.
- Adjust the seasoning if required, and voila!
Notes
For a richer taste, roast the garlic cloves with the veggies.
Can’t find zucchini?
Feel free to replace it with similar veggies like squash.
If you love a hint of spice, a sprinkle of chili flakes will do wonders. Ladle your Roasted Vegetable and Tomato Soup into bowls and serve hot.
A swirl of olive oil or a sprinkle of parmesan (if you’re not vegan) elevates the experience.
Don’t forget a slice of crusty bread or a handful of croutons for that extra crunch.
Complement with a side of mixed greens or a Caesar salad.
Can’t find zucchini?
Feel free to replace it with similar veggies like squash.
If you love a hint of spice, a sprinkle of chili flakes will do wonders. Ladle your Roasted Vegetable and Tomato Soup into bowls and serve hot.
A swirl of olive oil or a sprinkle of parmesan (if you’re not vegan) elevates the experience.
Don’t forget a slice of crusty bread or a handful of croutons for that extra crunch.
Complement with a side of mixed greens or a Caesar salad.
