Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 0 none Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the halved tomatoes, onion quarters, and garlic cloves with olive oil, salt, pepper, dried basil, and oregano until evenly coated.
  3. Place the tomato mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the tomatoes are blistered and caramelized.
  4. Once roasted, transfer the contents into a blender. Add the vegetable broth and balsamic vinegar to the blender.
  5. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, add more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar if desired.
  7. Pour the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

💡 Chef's Notes

Serve the soup in deep bowls with a drizzle of olive oil on top and a sprinkle of freshly cracked pepper for an extra touch. Offer crusty bread or grilled cheese on the side for a complete meal.

Recipe by Elodie Whittaker - Recipe Developer