Description
Creamy feta and roasted red pepper soup is a comforting delight that warms both body and soul. With its silky texture and rich flavors, this vibrant soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a crowd-pleasing starter. The sweet roasted peppers paired with tangy feta create an irresistible harmony, making every spoonful a delightful experience. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress your guests, this dish will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups roasted red peppers (jarred or fresh)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté diced onion with minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped roasted red peppers and crumbled feta; stir for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (allow it to cool slightly if using the latter).
- Return blended soup to low heat, stirring in cream cheese until melted. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra feta if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg