Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Roasted Red Pepper Soup is a comforting blend of sweet, smoky flavors that warms the soul. This vibrant dish features roasted red peppers, onions, and garlic, all simmered to perfection and finished with a creamy texture. Ideal for chilly evenings or impressing guests at dinner parties, this quick recipe comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve it hot with crusty bread for a delightful meal that brings smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the roasted red peppers and vegetable broth; simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Let cool slightly before blending until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper; warm through without boiling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg