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Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Soup with Paprika-Rubbed Croutons

Vegan, Dairy free, Staff favorite
Servings 8 people
Calories 196kcal

Ingredients

FOR THE FRESH SALSA TOPPER

  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

FOR THE PAPRIKA CROUTONS

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoons paprika
  • 6 ounces sourdough bread or baguette, cubed

FOR THE SOUP

  • 2 red bell peppers, stems and seeds removed, sliced into strips
  • 1 yellow onion, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with basil
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  • Make the salsa topping: Combine Roma tomatoes, red onion, parsley, basil, red wine vinegar, garlic, olive oil, salt and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Make the croutons: Preheat oven to 375°, and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix olive oil and paprika in a small bowl. Toss bread cubes in a medium bowl with olive oil mixture. Spread onto prepared baking sheet; bake for 15–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden. Set aside to cool.
  • Increase oven temperature to 400°. Place red bell pepper and onion slices onto a rimmed baking sheet, toss with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 20–22 minutes or until soft and just starting to brown.
  • Meanwhile, add garlic, tomatoes, beans and broth to a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add roasted peppers and onions, and stir to combine.
  • Purée with an immersion blender, or let cool slightly and use a traditional blender. Serve warm, topped with croutons and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 538mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g