A smooth, deeply flavored winter soup where roasted peppers and tomatoes come together in pure comfort.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 55 min
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook slowly until soft and lightly golden, building a sweet base.
Stir in the garlic and smoked paprika, mixing briefly so the flavors open up without browning the garlic.
Add the roasted red peppers and crushed tomatoes, stirring until the mixture becomes rich and evenly combined.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to cook together and deepen.
Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup until smooth, then stir in the cream and return briefly to low heat to warm through.
Nutrition Facts (approx)
Calories: 240
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 22g
Fat: 14g
Quick Facts
• one-pot soup
• cold weather comfort
• family approved
• budget friendly
• freezer friendly
Tips
Roasted red peppers from a jar work well, but draining them thoroughly helps prevent the soup from becoming watery.
Blend the soup carefully in batches if using a countertop blender to keep the texture silky and controlled.
Adjust seasoning at the end, as roasted peppers vary slightly in sweetness and saltiness.
Variations
For a richer texture, add an extra spoon of cream or a small knob of butter just before serving.
To add subtle heat, stir in a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne while the soup simmers. This gentle warmth is also a highlight in recipes like our chipotle red pepper soup where smoky spice brings out the depth of flavor.
For a dairy-free version, replace the cream with coconut milk or simply omit it for a lighter finish. If you enjoy cozy dishes like this that come together in one pot, try our vegetable and split pea soup for another hearty winter favorite.