ROASTED EGGPLANT AND RED PEPPER SOUP

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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large red bell peppers
1 (1 1/2-pound) eggplant, cut in half lengthwise
3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Cilantro sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet; flatten with hand. Place eggplant halves, skin sides up, on baking sheet. Broil peppers and eggplant 15 minutes or until blackened. Place peppers in a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel peppers. Scoop out eggplant pulp. Discard shells. Combine 1 cup broth and onion in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Add 2 cups broth, bell peppers, and eggplant pulp, and simmer 10 minutes. Place bell pepper mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Return pureed mixture to pan. Stir in basil, salt, and black pepper. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Larry Olami
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The roasted eggplant and red peppers give it a unique and flavorful taste that I absolutely love.


madu anu
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted eggplant and red peppers. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Andiswa Nobuhle
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I've never been a big fan of eggplant, but this soup changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. The roasted red peppers add a nice sweetness and the creamy texture is perfect.


Hamza Bahader
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This soup is a must-try for eggplant and red pepper lovers. It's packed with flavor and the roasted vegetables give it a lovely smoky taste.


Uhan thathsara
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so creamy and comforting.


Mohammed Hafiz
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This is the best roasted eggplant and red pepper soup I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the smoky taste from the roasted vegetables.


Daniel wirt
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Wow! This soup is incredible. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Birendra Saud
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This soup is simply delicious. The roasted eggplant and red peppers give it a wonderful depth of flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Rung Box
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a winner. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's also relatively healthy.


Ausra Sinkeviciute
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I love the smokiness from the roasted eggplant and peppers. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Sharifah Hussein
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I often double the recipe so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Md Maniuddin
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This soup was delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe stated and it turned out perfect. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold night.


Bkkujj Bjkujj
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Tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the smoky flavor of the roasted vegetables and the creamy texture of the soup. Definitely a keeper!


Rianna
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Just made this soup and it turned out amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is creamy and comforting. Will definitely be making this again.


Taifa Islam
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This soup is an absolute delight! The roasted eggplant and red peppers give it a wonderfully smoky and rich flavor. I especially appreciate the simplicity of the recipe - it's so easy to make, yet the result is anything but ordinary.