ROASTED EGGPLANT AND RED PEPPER SOUP

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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large red bell peppers
1 (1 1/2-pound) eggplant, cut in half lengthwise
3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Cilantro sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet; flatten with hand. Place eggplant halves, skin sides up, on baking sheet. Broil peppers and eggplant 15 minutes or until blackened. Place peppers in a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel peppers. Scoop out eggplant pulp. Discard shells. Combine 1 cup broth and onion in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Add 2 cups broth, bell peppers, and eggplant pulp, and simmer 10 minutes. Place bell pepper mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Return pureed mixture to pan. Stir in basil, salt, and black pepper. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Jhostin Martinezmorales
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover roasted eggplant and red pepper. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Abrar Al Balushi
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this soup. The roasted eggplant was so flavorful and the soup was very creamy.


Arfina Akhi
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Alamgir Mir
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I love the combination of roasted eggplant and red pepper in this soup. It's so unique and delicious.


green game
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I've never had roasted eggplant soup before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Aji Croiz
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves roasted eggplant and red pepper. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Rauf Uk
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I made this soup for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


the geek_queen
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I especially love the hint of smokiness from the roasted eggplant.


chris ismail
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I'm a big fan of roasted eggplant and red pepper, so I knew I would love this soup. And I was right! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Judy Poulin
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. My friends and family love it!


Rehan Mahmud Tushar
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Wow! This soup is so flavorful and delicious. The roasted eggplant and red pepper give it a smoky, sweet flavor. I also love the creamy texture from the coconut milk.