Cozy and Easy Air Fryer Tomato Soup
If you are looking for a comforting, flavorful soup that is both simple and delicious, this Air Fryer Tomato Soup is the perfect recipe. Roasting fresh vegetables in the air fryer enhances their natural sweetness and creates a rich, creamy soup without much effort. This homemade tomato soup pairs beautifully with crispy toasted baguette slices and fresh basil, making it an ideal lunch, dinner, or cozy appetizer. With minimal preparation and wholesome ingredients, this recipe delivers a satisfying bowl of warm comfort in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 3.3 lb (1.5 kg) red tomatoes
- 2 red onions, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 2 heads garlic, cloves peeled
- 1 tsp salt (5 g) or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (2 g) or to taste
- 1 tsp dried basil (2 g)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (2 g)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (2 g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
- 2 tbsp butter (28 g) for frying
- 6–8 baguette slices
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the tomatoes and cut them into halves if they are large. Roughly chop the red onions and bell pepper. Peel the garlic cloves from the two heads of garlic.
Step 2: Season the Vegetables
Place the tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, and garlic into the air fryer basket or bowl. Add salt, black pepper, dried basil, smoked paprika, oregano, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Step 3: Roast in the Air Fryer
Set the air fryer to 200°C (392°F) and roast the vegetables for 20 minutes. The vegetables should become soft, slightly caramelized, and fragrant.
Step 4: Blend the Soup
Transfer the roasted vegetables to a deep bowl or blender. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, you can add a small amount of warm water or vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
Step 5: Toast the Baguette
Slice the baguette and melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Toast the slices on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Serve the Soup
Pour the hot tomato soup into bowls. Serve with toasted baguette slices, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and sprinkle with additional black pepper if desired.
Time, Servings & Nutrition
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Approximate Nutrition per Serving:
Calories: 210 kcal
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fat: 11 g
Why This Recipe Is Good for You
This air fryer tomato soup is made with fresh vegetables that are naturally rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Tomatoes provide lycopene, which supports heart health, while garlic and onions add immune-boosting compounds. Roasting the vegetables enhances flavor without needing heavy cream, making this soup both nourishing and satisfying.
Air Fryer Tomato Soup
A comforting and flavorful tomato soup made easily in an air fryer, perfect for lunch or as an appetizer, enhanced with roasted vegetables and fresh basil.
For the Soup
- 3.3 lb 3.3 lb (1.5 kg) red tomatoes
- 2 pieces 2 red onions, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 piece 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 2 heads 2 heads garlic, cloves peeled
- 1 tsp 1 tsp salt (5 g) or to taste (Adjust according to preference)
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp black pepper (2 g) or to taste (Adjust according to preference)
- 1 tsp 1 tsp dried basil (2 g)
- 1 tsp 1 tsp smoked paprika (2 g)
- 1 tsp 1 tsp dried oregano (2 g)
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
For Toasting
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp butter (28 g) for frying
- 6–8 slices 6–8 baguette slices
Garnish
- to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Preparation
- Wash the tomatoes and cut them into halves if they are large. Roughly chop the red onions and bell pepper. Peel the garlic cloves from the two heads of garlic.
Seasoning
- Place the tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, and garlic into the air fryer basket or bowl. Add salt, black pepper, dried basil, smoked paprika, oregano, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Roasting
- Set the air fryer to 200°C (392°F) and roast the vegetables for 20 minutes. The vegetables should become soft, slightly caramelized, and fragrant.
Blending
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a deep bowl or blender. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, you can add a small amount of warm water or vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
Toasting the Baguette
- Slice the baguette and melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Toast the slices on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- Pour the hot tomato soup into bowls. Serve with toasted baguette slices, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and sprinkle with additional black pepper if desired.
This soup is packed with vitamin-rich vegetables and can be enjoyed as a nourishing meal or appetizer. The air fryer minimizes cooking time while enhancing flavor.
