A Bold, Velvety Soup That Blends Hot Right in the Jar
If you’re looking for a deeply flavorful, rich, and warming soup made entirely in your Vitamix E310, this Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Soup is a must-try. Made with fire-roasted tomatoes, red bell peppers, garlic, and a hint of smoked paprika, it blends into a smooth, creamy consistency and heats up through the blender’s high-speed friction.
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Table of Contents
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 1½ cups fire-roasted diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 large roasted red bell peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ small yellow onion (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth (hot)
- ¼ cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional garnish: basil, croutons, drizzle of cream
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Instructions
1. Prepare Your Ingredients
If using jarred roasted peppers, drain and pat them dry. If you’re roasting them yourself, place whole peppers under the broiler until the skin is charred and blistered, then peel after cooling.
2. Load the Blender
In the E310 pitcher, add the hot broth first, followed by the roasted peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, and spices. Leave the cream or coconut milk out for now; it’s added later to preserve flavor.
3. Blend and Heat
Start the blender on variable speed 1, gradually increasing to speed 10. Blend for 5–6 minutes until the soup is steaming hot. The Vitamix E310 generates enough friction to heat liquids through high-speed blending.
4. Add Cream and Blend Again
Reduce the speed to 3. Pour in the cream or coconut milk through the lid plug, then blend for 15–20 seconds to combine. Taste and adjust salt or spice as needed.
5. Serve
Pour into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of cream, chopped basil, or croutons. Serve warm with grilled cheese or crusty bread.
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Substitution Options
| Ingredient | Substitution Ideas |
|---|---|
| Fire-roasted tomatoes | Regular canned tomatoes + a pinch of smoked paprika |
| Roasted red peppers | Roasted yellow/orange peppers for sweetness |
| Heavy cream | Coconut cream, cashew cream, or omit for lighter version |
| Olive oil | Avocado oil or butter for richness |
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Storage Tips
- Refrigerator: Store in a sealed container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan or microwave.
- Freezer: Freeze in individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and re-blend if separation occurs.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fat: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
- Vitamin C: 100% DV
- Lycopene: High (from tomatoes and peppers)
Why It Works in the Vitamix E310
This soup takes full advantage of the Vitamix E310’s ability to blend hot soups from raw ingredients. Unlike other blenders, the E310’s classic 10-speed variable control and durable 2-horsepower motor provide the torque and blade speed to turn chopped veggies into steaming, velvety soup, without a stove.
For a full breakdown of its performance, see our in-depth Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender review with soup, nut butter, and smoothie testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use raw tomatoes instead of canned?
Yes, but the soup will be thinner and less bold. Add a bit of tomato paste to deepen the flavor.
Is this soup vegan?
It can be! Use coconut milk or omit the cream entirely and use all olive oil.
Can I add protein?
Yes. Add white beans for plant protein or swirl in Greek yogurt before serving.
How spicy is it?
It’s mild as written. Add cayenne or red chili flakes for heat.
