Description
Discover how to make a flavorful Roasted Red Pepper Sesame Soup that will warm you up from the inside out. Perfect for a cozy night in!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 small fennel bulb, coarsely chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 3 jarred roasted red bell peppers
- 1/4 cup (60 g) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) tomato paste
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable broth
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (8 ml) sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 jarred roasted red pepper, diced
- Finely chopped parsley
- Pinches of red pepper flakes
- Microgreens
- Warm baguette
Instructions
- Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Introduce the chopped onion along with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, cooking until it turns translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the garlic, fennel, carrots, and thyme. Mix and continue to cook until the carrots start to soften, which should take around 10 minutes.
- Pour in the balsamic vinegar, roasted red peppers, chickpeas, tomato paste, vegetable broth, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Let the mixture simmer until the carrots are fully tender, roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
- Transfer the simmered mixture into a high-speed blender, adding the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Blend until the soup is smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. For extra zing, add a few more drops of balsamic vinegar, and for a bit of spice, incorporate 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Present the soup with a generous drizzle of olive oil, your choice of garnishes, and serve alongside a warm baguette.
Notes
- Consider combining jarred and fresh roasted red peppers for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning to your liking before serving.
- Top the soup with microgreens and finely chopped parsley for a fresh and crunchy touch.
