Description
This Mouthwatering 30-Minute Red Pepper Soup is a quick and easy recipe that delivers on flavor. With vibrant red peppers, onions, and a creamy texture, it’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
– 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Heavy cream or yogurt for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced red bell peppers and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are softened.
5. Pour in the broth and stir in the paprika, cumin, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, until the flavors have melded.
7. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
8. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm, drizzled with a bit of heavy cream or yogurt if desired.
Notes
For a spicier soup, add more cayenne pepper. You can also roast the red peppers before adding them to the soup for a deeper flavor. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American