Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables
- 6 plum or roma tomatoes, cut in half
- 2 zucchinis, cut in half horizontally and vertically
- 2-3 carrots, cut in half and chopped into 2-3 inch pieces
- 1 bell pepper, cut in half or kept whole
- 1 onion, roughly chopped into 4 pieces
- 1 bulb garlic, top cut off
- Drizzle of olive oil for baking the veggies
Soup Base
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the halved tomatoes, zucchinis, chopped carrots, bell pepper, onion, and the garlic bulb with the cut top facing up on a baking sheet. Drizzle them generously with olive oil to ensure they roast evenly and develop deep flavors.
- Roast the Vegetables: Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized. Roasting enhances the natural sweetness and adds depth to the soup.
- Sauté and Simmer: Once roasted, squeeze the garlic cloves out of the bulb into a large pot. Add the roasted vegetables to the pot along with 3 cups of vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for about 10 minutes to marry the flavors together.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree until smooth.
- Add Coconut Milk: Stir in the canned coconut milk, mixing well to create a luscious, creamy texture. Heat the soup gently for another 5 minutes without boiling.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh vegetables for the best flavor.
- Roasting the garlic whole mellows its flavor and adds a subtle sweetness to the soup.
- You can substitute coconut milk with heavy cream or another plant-based milk if preferred.
- This soup freezes well; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- For added protein, serve with a side of toasted bread or sprinkle with roasted chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian