Best 13 Sweet Red Bell Pepper Soup Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, few things beat a warm and hearty soup. If you're looking for a delicious and nutritious soup that's perfect for a cold day, look no further than sweet red bell pepper soup. This vibrant soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll be able to whip up a pot of this delicious soup in no time. So gather your ingredients and get ready to experience the delightful flavors of sweet red bell pepper soup.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

RED PEPPER SOUP



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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

2 tablespoons butter
4 red bell peppers, chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
24 fluid ounces chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

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

CREAM OF ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER SOUP WITH ROASTED SWEET CORN AND CILANTRO- LIME SOUR CREAM



Cream of Roasted Red Bell Pepper Soup with Roasted Sweet Corn and Cilantro- Lime Sour Cream image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 large red bell peppers
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup tomato paste
6 cups chicken stock
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup sweet corn kernels, lightly roasted
Cilantro Lime Sour Cream, recipe follows
1 cup sour cream
1/2 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Slice the peppers in half lengthwise; remove stem, seeds and membrane. Place under the broiler skin side up until the skin turns black and blisters. Remove and immediately place in a small paper bag or plastic container with a tight lid. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes; this will loosen the roasted skin. Remove peppers and rub off the black skin with your fingers. Chop skinned peppers and set aside.
  • Saute the butter, onions, and garlic until soft in a heavy bottomed soup pot on medium-low heat. Add the reserved red peppers, tomato paste, and chicken stock. Bring to a low boil, reduce the heat, and then simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cornstarch mixed with a little cold water to thicken. Simmer 5 minutes. *Let the soup cool slightly, and then blend in batches in a blender, or use an immersion blender to puree. Sprinkle the roasted corn over the soup before serving and top with a dollop of Cilantro Lime Sour Cream.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients vigorously until light and creamy.

CREAMY RED PEPPER SOUP



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
6 cups chicken broth
2 (12-ounce) jars roasted red bell peppers preserved in water, drained
1 russet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
16 (3/4-inch thick) baguette slices, cut into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots, garlic, and thyme and saute until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the broth, bell peppers, potato, wine, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Decrease the heat to medium-low. Partially cover and simmer until the potatoes are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Cool the soup slightly.
  • Using an immersion hand blender, puree the soup in the pot until it is smooth. Alternately, working in batches, puree the soup in a regular blender, taking care while blending warm liquids. Season the soup, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the bread cubes and saute until they are crisp and golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Dollop a tablespoon of mascarpone in the center of each bowl and top with croutons. Sprinkle with pepper and serve.

RED PEPPER SOUP



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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

6 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cans (one 49-1/2 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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.

SWEET RED PEPPER SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Dairy     Garlic     Pepper     Vegetable     Appetizer     Lunch     Bell Pepper     Sour Cream     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/4 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 red bell peppers
1 cup fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon 1% milk or water
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut off and discard root ends of garlic cloves. On a 10-inch piece of foil, drizzle garlic with oil. Crimp foil to seal and bake in middle of oven until garlic is tender, about 30 minutes. Cool, then peel.
  • While garlic is baking, lay bell peppers on their sides on racks of gas burners and turn flames on high. (Or put peppers on rack of broiler pan about 2 inches from heat.) Roast peppers, turning with tongs, until skins are blackened, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let stand, covered, until cool enough to handle. Peel peppers and discard stems and seeds. Coarsely chop peppers and purée in a blender with roasted garlic and chicken broth.
  • Transfer purée to a saucepan. Heat over moderate heat, stirring, until warm, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir together sour cream and milk. Drizzle 1 teaspoon sour-cream mixture over each serving of soup and sprinkle with chives.

CREAM OF RED BELL PEPPER SOUP



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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

2 1/2 pounds red bell peppers
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped shallots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
3 cups (or more) canned vegetable broth
1/2 cup half and half
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Sliced fresh basil

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.

ROASTED RED PEPPERS SOUP



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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

1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 teaspoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 jars (15-1/2 ounces each) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup half-and-half cream

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.

SWEET RED PEPPER SOUP



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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

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
8 large red peppers, halved,peeled,seeded and cut into chunks
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
salt
3/4 cup half-and-half cream (10% cream)

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 BELL PEPPER SOUP



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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

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large onions
2 medium size carrots
6 cups chicken stock
2 1/2 lbs sweet red peppers
1 cup skim milk
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme
sour cream

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

SPICY RED BELL PEPPER SOUP



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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

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 yellow onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 quarts chicken broth
½ cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

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

SWEET RED PEPPER-BEET SOUP



Sweet Red Pepper-Beet Soup image

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

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 shallots, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 red bell peppers (1 1/2 pounds), stems, ribs, and seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 red beets (1 pound), trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup water
3 1/2 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
Lemon wedges, for serving

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.

SWEET RED-PEPPER SAUCE



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Serve this puree with our Oven-Baked Potato Pancakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large leek, white and light-green parts only
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed, cut into chunks
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat

Steps:

  • Cut leeks in half lengthwise, then into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place in small bowl, and cover with cold water. Let stand for 5 minutes to rid leeks of dirt and sand. Lift out of the water, and drain.
  • Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks, peppers, salt, and pepper; saute for 3 minutes. Add stock; cover. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Transfer vegetables to food processor; puree. Pass puree through fine strainer back to saucepan. To serve, warm over low heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14 g, Cholesterol 53 g, Fiber 1 g

TOMATO AND ROASTED SWEET PEPPER SOUP



Tomato and Roasted Sweet Pepper Soup image

Roasted sweet bell peppers create the wow in this homemade organic tomato soup.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large yellow or red bell peppers
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic crushed tomatoes with basil, undrained
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) or 2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or black pepper
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea salt)

Steps:

  • Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Set oven control to broil. Cut bell peppers into quarters, removing membranes and seeds. Place skin sides up in pan; press down to flatten.
  • Broil peppers with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat about 10 minutes or until blackened. Wrap foil around peppers; let stand 20 minutes. Remove skin from peppers; discard. Cut peppers into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes, broth, sugar, red pepper flakes and salt. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Stir in roasted peppers; heat until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful bell peppers. The color of the bell pepper will determine the color of the soup, so choose a variety that you like. Red bell peppers are the most common, but you can also use yellow, orange, or even purple bell peppers.
  • Roast the bell peppers before pureeing them. Roasting the bell peppers brings out their natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast the bell peppers in a 400°F oven for about 30 minutes, or until they are charred and tender.
  • Use a high-powered blender or food processor to puree the soup. This will ensure that the soup is smooth and creamy. If you don't have a high-powered blender or food processor, you can also use a regular blender or food processor, but you may need to puree the soup in batches.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other spices that you like. You can also add a bit of cream or milk to make the soup richer.
  • Serve the soup hot or cold. Sweet red bell pepper soup is delicious served hot or cold. If you are serving the soup cold, be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Sweet red bell pepper soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover bell peppers, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give sweet red bell pepper soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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