Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

This Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup is the perfect hearty, comforting meal for chilly evenings. After making it many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the richest flavor is roasting the peppers first. It adds a depth of smoky sweetness that’s irresistible. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Broccoli Pasta Recipe with Garlic and Parmesan and Easy Tomato and White Bean Soup with Garlic Toast.

What You'll Need for Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 2 red bell peppers
• 1 large onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Optional: Crusty bread
• Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Extra virgin olive oil

How to Make Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

1. Roast the peppers: Place peppers on a baking sheet and broil until charred, then place in a paper bag to steam and remove skin
2. Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions and garlic, cook until softened. Add tomatoes and cook until they start to break down
3. Add seasonings: Stir in oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add roasted peppers and blend until smooth
4. Simmer and serve: Simmer the soup for 15 minutes, then ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil. Serve with crusty bread

Storing & Reheating Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days Make-ahead tip: This soup can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve

Freezing Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

Freeze for up to 3 months

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the veggies
• Best substitution: If you don't have smoked paprika, regular paprika can be used as a substitute
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or vegetable broth

Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 2 red bell peppers
• 1 large onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Optional Toppings

• Crusty bread
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. Roast the peppers: Place peppers on a baking sheet and broil until charred, then place in a paper bag to steam and remove skin
2. Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions and garlic, cook until softened. Add tomatoes and cook until they start to break down
3. Add seasonings: Stir in oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add roasted peppers and blend until smooth
4. Simmer and serve: Simmer the soup for 15 minutes, then ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil. Serve with crusty bread

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the veggies
• Best substitution: If you don't have smoked paprika, regular paprika can be used as a substitute
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people
• Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or vegetable broth

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes
• Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 9g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Mediterranean Tomato and Roasted Pepper Soup and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!