Description
A warm and flavorful soup made with roasted red peppers, tomatoes, and spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 large red bell peppers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Place red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are blackened.
- Transfer the roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let sit for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins, remove seeds, and chop.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the roasted red peppers, diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
- Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
- Coconut milk can be used to keep the recipe dairy-free and vegan.
- Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg