Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sweet Red Bell Pepper Soup, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with its rich, velvety texture and captivating aroma. This delightful soup is a symphony of colors and tastes, featuring an ensemble of perfectly roasted red bell peppers, a hint of garlic and onion, and a touch of aromatic herbs and spices. Served piping hot, each spoonful promises a burst of refreshing sweetness from the red bell peppers, complemented by a subtle smokiness from the roasting process. Whether you're seeking a comforting meal on a chilly evening or a vibrant addition to your lunch spread, this soup is sure to delight your senses and warm your soul. Explore the diverse collection of recipes within this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic and timeless original recipe to variations that incorporate a variety of ingredients like creamy coconut milk, tangy tomatoes, or a hint of chili spice, there's a recipe here to suit every palate and preference.
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RAINBOW ROASTED PEPPER SOUP
One afternoon I threw this soup together. It is simple, pretty, light and flavorful. Try making homemade vegetable broth, it tastes the best in this recipe. If you do not have time it also tastes good with store bought.
Provided by Leslie
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) , halve all peppers (remove seeds) and peel garlic.
- Place halved peppers, cut side up in shallow baking dish. Place one garlic clove in each half and squeeze lemon juice generously over peppers. Roast for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile pour vegetable broth into a 2 quart sauce pan and add fennel seeds. Bring to boil, cover and simmer.
- When peppers are done, remove from oven and set aside to cool. When cool enough to touch peel skin from peppers.
- Strain fennel seeds from broth and return to a boil. Add thyme and simmer 15 minutes, reducing amount of broth.
- Slice a 1 inch section from each color of pepper and cut into pieces. Set aside for later garnishing.
- In a blender, place remaining peppers, garlic and a 1/2 cup broth on blend just long enough to shred the peppers, but not puree them. You want to see the different colors. Pour the blended peppers into the broth and stir well. Add garlic salt and black pepper to taste, then add garnishing pepper pieces and enjoy. Do not boil or cook any longer as the colors will fade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 928.9 mg, Sugar 13.7 g
RED PEPPER SOUP
This is a light and creamy pureed soup which will surprise those who didn't realize they were pepper lovers at heart. It's a simple soup consisting of ripe red peppers in a creamy base. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Provided by Judi
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Place the red bell pepper, onion and garlic in the saucepan and saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring well, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
- Run the soup through a strainer and return the liquid to the saucepan over medium low heat. Stir in the heavy cream and the ground black pepper and allow to heat through, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 504.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
SPICY RED BELL PEPPER SOUP
I love this recipe because it uses fresh, sweet red bell peppers, as opposed to roasted red peppers. It's full of other fresh vegetables and thyme, too, and it freezes exceptionally well. Rice is used as the thickening agent, rather than cream. If you don't like a lot of spice, reduce the amount of cayenne and red pepper flakes.
Provided by QUIRKYIQ
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the bell peppers, carrots, onions, celery, and garlic. Cook and stir the vegetables until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, rice, thyme, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the rice and vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat. and cool 30 minutes.
- Blend the cooled soup until smooth using an hand-held immersion blender directly in the pot. Or use a blender, and blend the soup in batches until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1027.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
TRI-COLOUR SWEET PEPPER SOUP
I have been making this sweet pepper soup for over 20 years. There are two different versions that we enjoy: the recipe, as posted, with NO sour cream or tomatoes. The other version has added Dijon mustard, sour cream and a 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes. It is a delightfully different soup that I used as the base for my Tri-Colour Stuffed Pepper Soup. But, this soup is so good, it can stand alone, just as it is. For quantities to change out the soup, see the NOTE at the top of the directions.
Provided by The_Swedish_Chef
Categories Peppers
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- NOTE: Directions are for the original Sweet Pepper Soup. Sometimes, however, I like to "mix things up". For my second version, I reduce the chicken broth to 4 cups, add 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I use Del Monte Petite Diced Tomatoes), 1-2 teaspoons of Dijon Mustard, and 1 cup of sour cream. It is a thicker, heartier soup that is equally enjoyable, just different.
- Melt one tablespoon of the butter over medium heat in a large Dutch Oven.
- Sweat the onions for 5 minutes until translucent and slightly yellow. I keep them covered during this process. If necessary, add additional tablespoon of butter so the onions do not burn.
- Add the three different coloured peppers, stirring well, to mix the soft onions and butter with the peppers. Set timer for 15 minutes; every 5 minutes, stir the peppers and onions and "taste test" the peppers to YOUR degree of doneness. We really enjoy a very soft pepper so it takes the full 15 minutes to achieve that texture.
- Add the six cups of chicken broth and the teaspoon of paprika and stir well, until combined. ( if using the can of diced tomatoes, use FOUR cups of chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes).
- Bring the soup to a boil, reduce down to a simmer and cover. Every 5 minutes, gently stir the soup. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- If you choose to make this a richer soup, use an immersion stick blender to blend up the soup until it is coloured flecks of the peppers. Add the sour cream and Dijon mustard, stir well until heated. DO NOT BOIL!
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 260.7, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.4, Protein 5.8
CREAM OF RED BELL PEPPER SOUP
Provided by Mark Weatherbee
Categories Soup/Stew Dairy Pepper Vegetarian Quick & Easy Dinner Spring Summer Simmer Bon Appétit France Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and slice peppers. Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, garlic and thyme and sauté 3 minutes. Add 3 cups broth and all but 4 slices of roasted pepper. Simmer uncovered until peppers are very soft, about 20 minutes.
- Working in batches, purée soup in blender until smooth. Return to same pot. Add half and half, vinegar and cayenne pepper. Rewarm soup, thinning with additional broth, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with reserved pepper strips and basil.
PURéED TOMATO AND RED PEPPER SOUP
I noticed that the most popular boxed soup at my supermarket is a tomato and red pepper soup, so I decided to come up with my own version.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Roast the peppers as directed, allow to cool in a covered bowl, then peel, seed and dice. Set aside.
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes, and add the carrot and celery and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, the tomato paste, basil sprigs, cinnamon, sugar if using, and salt to taste. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly and smell fragrant, about 10 minutes.
- Add the diced roasted peppers, the stock or water, rice, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring from time to time. Season with freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Remove the basil sprigs.
- Using a hand blender, purée the soup, or use a blender and purée in batches, being careful to pull a dish towel down over the top and not to cover tightly with the blender lid, then return to the pot and heat through. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve topped with croutons, Parmesan cheese, and/or slivered basil.
SWEET RED PEPPER AND GOUDA SOUP
I was recently in Gettysburg where I had a bowl of sweet red pepper and gouda soup. It was really good. I couldn't find a similar recipe on this site, but I found one on a blog spot called "dinnerdoldrumsnomore". It came out just like the one I was served... So, here it is... Enjoy! --The Mad Slovak --
Provided by Staten Island Slovak
Categories Peppers
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Place the red bell pepper, onion and garlic in the saucepan and saute for 15 to 20 minutes OR until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Do this in batches as necessary depending on the size of your blender. Be careful not to overfill your blender.
- Return the liquid to the saucepan over medium low heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream, the ground black pepper and cheese, and allow to heat through about 5 to 10 minutes.
ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER SOUP
A delicious, creamy textured soup without the cream. The secret is in the beans! This soup is an all time favorite in my family. Serve hot or cold with a dollop of sour cream, or goat cheese. Sprinkle with some chopped watercress.
Provided by skaught
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to broil.
- Place the bell peppers on a baking sheet and broil on the top rack of the oven, using tongs to turn them as each side blackens. Place the blackened peppers in a paper bag, close tightly and allow them to cool for 20 to 30 minutes. Then peel the skin off the peppers and discard the stem and all the seeds. Chop the peppers and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, saute the onion and garlic in the oil for 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Now add the chopped, roasted red bell peppers and saute for 2 to 3 more minutes.
- Next, add the chicken broth and the beans, stirring well. Using a blender, puree the soup in small batches and return to the pot over low heat for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 590.4 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
SWEET BELL PEPPER SOUP
When a friend of mine served this, I thought it was tomato soup.. so creamy in appearance.."boy was I surprised. Taste is fantastic..had to have the recipe.. thought I'd share it with zaar friends. Easy to prepare.
Provided by nita 284904 souther
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 6 CUPS, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan and saute chopped onions over low heat until soft.
- Add sliced carrots, 6 cups chicken stock and bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer 20 minute.
- Add rough chopped red bell peppers and cook 20 min or till soft.
- Remove from heat, add skim milk, salt and pepper to taste and thyme. remove from heat.
- When soup is cooled, place in blender and puree in batches.
- To serve, reheat. BE SURE NOT TO BOIL.
- Place a dollop of sour cream on each bowl of soup. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.5, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 27.3, Sodium 580.8, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 22.2, Protein 15.3
SWEET RED PEPPER SOUP
Make and share this Sweet Red Pepper Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MMers
Categories Vegetable
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic.
- Cook for 5-8 minutes or until onions are tender.
- Add the red peppers.
- Continue cooking for 5 minutes.
- Add the stock, freshly ground pepper and salt.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Put soup through a food mill to remove the pepper skins.
- Return to saucepan.
- Add cream and heat through without boiling.
SWEET RED PEPPER-BEET SOUP
This tangy chilled puree gets its striking color from earthy beets and red bell peppers. They're cooked with shallots and then blended into a silken soup. Goat cheese, a traditional partner to beets, lends creaminess. A squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of sea salt heighten the flavors.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are translucent and tender, about 4 minutes. Add bell peppers and beets, and stir to coat. Add water and chicken stock, and bring to a boil. Cover partially, and reduce heat. Simmer until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, about 1 hour.
- Remove saucepan from heat, and let cool slightly. Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Working in batches, puree mixture in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl, and refrigerate until chilled, up to overnight.
- Divide soup evenly among 6 to 8 bowls. Sprinkle each with goat cheese. Season with pepper, and serve with lemon wedges.
RED PEPPER SOUP
While I don't have scientific proof of it, Red Pepper Soup works for me as a head cold remedy! It is a good gift to take when visiting a sick friend, too. For a pretty touch, top the soup with grated cheese and parsley. We enjoy it with jalapeno cheese buns. You can also serve it with warm garlic bread. -Barb Nelson, Victoria, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute red peppers, carrots, onions, celery and garlic in oil until tender. , Stir in the broth, rice, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables and rice are tender. , Cool for 30 minutes. Puree in small batches in a blender; return to pan. Add red pepper flakes; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ROASTED RED PEPPERS SOUP
If you like cream of tomato soup, try making it with purchased roasted red peppers. Using jarred roasted red peppers makes it extra easy and pureeing the soup in a blender gives it a nice smooth texture.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the red peppers, broth, basil and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool slightly. , In a blender, cover and process soup in batches until smooth. Remove 1 cup to a small bowl; stir in cream. Return remaining puree to pan. Stir in the cream mixture; heat through (do not boil).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful red bell peppers: This will ensure that your soup has the best possible flavor. Look for peppers that are deep red in color and have smooth, unblemished skin.
- Roast the red bell peppers before blending: Roasting the peppers brings out their natural sweetness and smokiness. You can roast the peppers in the oven or on a grill. If you're roasting them in the oven, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and roast the peppers for 30-45 minutes, or until they are charred and tender.
- Use a high-quality vegetable broth: The vegetable broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with fresh vegetables.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Sweet red bell pepper soup is a delicious and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant color and sweet flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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