Description
A comforting and flavorful Roasted Red Pepper Soup recipe that is creamy, savory, and perfect for a cozy meal. This vegetarian soup is easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (16 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
- Add peppers and tomatoes: Stir in roasted red peppers, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Puree: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in cream or coconut milk.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few more minutes. Serve hot, garnished with herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter at the end.
- Serve with crusty bread, grilled cheese, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
