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One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Name: One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 large roasted red bell peppers, chopped (store-bought or homemade); 5 large ripe tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can 28 oz diced tomatoes, drained); 4 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup canned coconut milk (or any dairy-free cream alternative); Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional); Crusty gluten-free bread, for serving (optional)

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished May 1, 2026 | Updated Oct 17, 2026

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Roasted red pepper and tomato soup blended smooth and finished with coconut milk. Start with already-roasted peppers. Estimated timing (not kitchen-tested): preparation 15 minutes; cooking 35 minutes; additional elapsed time 0 minutes; total about 50 minutes. Assumes two cooking batches; allow more time if your pan, oven or basket needs additional batches. Times are planning estimates based on the instructions. Follow the stated doneness and temperature checks, and extend cooking or cooling as needed.

Prep 15 min

Cook 35 min

Total 50 min

Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine American-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 4

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 large roasted red bell peppers, chopped (store-bought or homemade)
5 large ripe tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can 28 oz diced tomatoes, drained)
4 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup canned coconut milk (or any dairy-free cream alternative)
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Crusty gluten-free bread, for serving (optional)

Ingredients for One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chopped roasted red peppers and tomatoes to the pot; stir to combine.
Pour in vegetable broth, then season with smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
Remove from heat and carefully blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender, or transfer in batches to a countertop blender.
Return soup to low heat; stir in coconut milk until fully incorporated and warmed through, about 3 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Serve warm with crusty gluten-free bread for a complete, comforting meal.

One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup cooking in the recommended pan or pot

Tips

Pan Or Pot Required

For this comforting One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup , use a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven.

Cookware Size Guidance

When preparing this One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup , select a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven ranging from 5 to 6 quarts .

Cookware Swap Guidance

The best cookware for this One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup is a large, heavy-bottomed pot like a Dutch oven or deep saucepan, ensuring even heating and plentiful space for ingredients.

Leftovers Quality

Reheat gently and add a splash of liquid when needed to keep the texture moist and tender.

Timing note

Allow for preparation, onion and garlic cooking, bringing to a boil, 20 minutes simmering, blending and 3 minutes finishing. Roasting fresh peppers is additional.

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