Chipotle Red Pepper Soup Recipe

Name: Chipotle Red Pepper Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds red bell peppers (about 4 large or 6 small); 1 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery; 2 garlic cloves; 1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1 drained canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce; 3/4 cup half-and-half; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

2 pounds red bell peppers (about 4 large or 6 small)
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
2 garlic cloves
1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 drained canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

1
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. Broil 18 minutes or until bell peppers are blackened. Place in a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Let stand 20 minutes. Peel.
2
Place bell peppers, broth, and next 4 ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 13 minutes or until carrot is tender.
3
Place 1 chipotle chile and half of pepper mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining chile and pepper mixture. Return pureed mixture to pan; stir in half-and-half and salt. Cook soup over medium heat 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
4
Ladle soup into 4 bowls. Top each serving evenly with sour cream and cilantro.

260

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds red bell peppers (about 4 large or 6 small), 1 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot, 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Red Pepper Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chipotle Red Pepper Soup

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