Spicy Zucchini, Pepper and Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Zucchini, Pepper and Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large red frying pepper or red bell pepper, for roasting; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 to 1 1/4 pounds small zucchini, very thinly sliced into discs; 2 chile peppers, Fresno or other, tops removed, seeded and sliced into very thin rings; 2 mild green frying peppers (cubanelle), thinly sliced into rings; 1 medium yellow or red onion, peeled and thinly sliced into rings; 5 to 6 baby Yukon gold potatoes, very thinly sliced into discs (like potato chips); 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary; A few sprigs thyme, leaves picked and finely chopped; 2 pounds peeled fresh heirloom tomatoes, chopped OR 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, stewed tomatoes or chunky-style crushed tomatoes; 2 to 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock; Fresh sweet basil leaves, shredded or torn, for garnish; Crusty bread or fresh baguette, for serving

Servings: persons

1 large red frying pepper or red bell pepper, for roasting
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 to 1 1/4 pounds small zucchini, very thinly sliced into discs
2 chile peppers, Fresno or other, tops removed, seeded and sliced into very thin rings
2 mild green frying peppers (cubanelle), thinly sliced into rings
1 medium yellow or red onion, peeled and thinly sliced into rings
5 to 6 baby Yukon gold potatoes, very thinly sliced into discs (like potato chips)
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary
A few sprigs thyme, leaves picked and finely chopped
2 pounds peeled fresh heirloom tomatoes, chopped OR 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, stewed tomatoes or chunky-style crushed tomatoes
2 to 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
Fresh sweet basil leaves, shredded or torn, for garnish
Crusty bread or fresh baguette, for serving

1
Char sweet frying pepper over open flame on stovetop or under hot broiler with oven door cracked to allow steam to escape.
2
Once the skin is evenly charred and blackened all-over, place the pepper in a bowl and cover with plastic until pepper is cool enough to handle.
3
Wipe or scrape the char off the pepper removing the skins.
4
Seed the pepper and thinly slice.
5
Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium to medium-high heat.
6
When the oil ripples, add the zucchini, chiles, frying peppers, onions, potatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme and saute the vegetables until tender-crisp, 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Add the tomatoes and roasted peppers and allow the tomatoes to breakdown a few minutes.
8
Stir in enough stock to desired consistency - as thin or thick as you like.
9
Cool completely and store for make-ahead meal.
10
Reheat over moderate heat, stirring occasionally.
11
Serve in shallow bowls with shredded or torn sweet basil and crusty, warm bread.

384

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large red frying pepper or red bell pepper, for roasting, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds small zucchini, very thinly sliced into discs, 2 chile peppers, Fresno or other, tops removed, seeded and sliced into very thin rings, and more.

Yes, Spicy Zucchini, Pepper and Potato 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Zucchini, Pepper and Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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