I am a big tomato soup fan. I’m an even bigger Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup fan. The combination of the sweet and smoky peppers and the slightly spicy fire roasted tomatoes is out of this world AMAZING. Sorry tomato soup you’ve just been upgraded.
This recipe serves two but can easily be doubled. I like to top off each bowl of soup with crumbled feta, croutons and fresh parsley. 
The red peppers and fire roasted tomatoes add so much flavor to this soup. The fire roasted tomatoes give the soup a hint of smokiness.
During the summer I plan to make this with fresh tomatoes and peppers that I roast myself.
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Creamy Tomato Soup with Roasted Red Peppers
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
Smooth tomato soup gets a rich addition of roasted red peppers and holds its place as a weeknight recipe that takes little time to create.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) onion, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) roasted red peppers, roughly sliced
- 1 can (14 1/2 oz) (410 g) fire roasted tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/8 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- pinch of salt
- crumbled feta cheese, if desired
- croutons, if desired
- extra parsley for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- Add olive oil and onions to a large pot. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in red peppers, roasted tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes. Take off of the heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Place in a blender and pulse until smooth and creamy. About 30 seconds.
- Add the soup back to the pot along with heavy cream, red pepper flakes, oregano, parsley, pepper and salt. Warm up the soup on low if needed and serve immediately.
- Top with feta cheese, croutons and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of fire roasted tomatoes for this recipe?
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes, but roasting them first will enhance their flavor and give a similar smoky taste to the soup.
What type of croutons do you recommend for topping the creamy tomato soup?
I recommend using garlic or herb-flavored croutons to complement the sweetness of the roasted red peppers and the richness of the soup.
How can I roast my own red peppers for this soup?
You can roast red peppers by placing them under a broiler or on a grill until the skin is charred and blistered, then placing them in a sealed plastic bag to steam for about 10 minutes before peeling off the skin.
