Cream of Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup

⏱ 15 mins 🍽 8 , 8 serving(s) 🏷 < 15 Mins

This smooth and flavourful soup comes together with just a few key ingredients in under 15 minutes. It features canned tomatoes and roasted red peppers blended with cream cheese for a rich texture. The soup is seasoned with smoked paprika and lemon pepper, and can be served either warm or cold. It's a wonderfully adaptable dish suitable for any occasion.

Cream of Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can roasted red peppers (or equivalent)
  • 12 ounces water
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese

Method

  1. Cook the chopped onion and minced garlic in the olive oil using a suitably deep pan.
  2. Stir in the smoked paprika, salt, and lemon pepper to season.
  3. Pour in the water, canned tomatoes, and the roasted red peppers along with their juice, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the cream cheese in pieces and continue simmering until the onion pieces are tender.
  5. Use a stick blender to process the soup until it is completely smooth.
  6. Serve the soup immediately while hot, or refrigerate it to enjoy cold later.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium1602500 mg

Recipe details

Category< 15 Mins
AuthorOne Happy Woman