In the realm of culinary delights, few things bring as much comfort and warmth as a steaming bowl of homemade soup. Soup has a unique ability to soothe the soul.
Today, we are making Roasted Red Pepper Soup using the Instant Pot blender. This culinary adventure promises to be both delicious and rewarding.
The red pepper is a vibrant and versatile ingredient that serves as the cornerstone of countless dishes around the world. When roasted, red peppers undergo a transformative process, unlocking their natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Combined with aromatic herbs and savory broth, roasted red peppers become the star of this soul-warming soup.
The Instant Pot blender, with its powerful motor and precision control settings, serves as the perfect tool for crafting silky-smooth soups with minimal effort. Its seamless blending capabilities ensure that every spoonful of soup is velvety and luxurious, without any lumps or inconsistencies.
I love this blender and recommend it to everyone. (you can check it out here on my Amazon Kitchen Gadget List)
So the next time you find yourself craving comfort and warmth on a chilly evening, why not whip up a batch of roasted red pepper soup in your trusty Instant Pot blender? Check out my video below to see how I make it and as always a printable recipe is below.
Roasted Red Pepper Soup (using Instant Pot Blender)
Ingredients
- 1 jar about 16 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Optional Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a separate pot or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chopped jarred roasted red peppers, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Transfer to the Instant Pot Ace Blender.
- Secure the lid on the Ace Blender and select the “Soup” program. If your blender doesn’t have a specific soup setting, blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Once the blending is complete, stir in the ricotta cheese until well combined.
- Optional: Heat the soup on the stovetop for an additional 5-7 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Optional: garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Drizzle a bit of olive oil or add a dollop of ricotta on top before serving.
