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Roasted Pepper Yogurt Soup

Roasted Pepper Yogurt Soup

A comforting yet refreshing Roasted Pepper Yogurt Soup made with roasted red bell peppers and Greek yogurt, delivering a smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor profile.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 145

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large red bell peppers
  • 1½ cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumi
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh dill for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F. Place whole bell peppers on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until skins blacken and blister. Transfer roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let them steam for 15 minutes.
  2. Once cooled, peel away the charred skin, remove stems and seeds, and roughly chop the flesh.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, stirring for one minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped roasted peppers to the pot and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a regular blender in batches.
  6. Return soup to low heat and whisk in Greek yogurt gradually, stirring constantly. Add lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasonings.

Notes

Ensure to roast the peppers well for smoky depth. Temper the yogurt before adding to prevent curdling. Never boil the soup after adding yogurt.