Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup

Jan. 23, 2026

Cold weather has a way of lowering the bar: if it’s not hot, it’s not lunch.

It’s been seriously cold lately; cold enough that lunch needs to be hot, or it’s just not worth it. This is the kind of weather that makes soup feel less like a “recipe” and more like a practical decision.

When it’s like this, the best soups are the ones that feel comforting without being heavy, and flavorful without requiring a full grocery run or an afternoon in the kitchen. Lizzie Cawley’s roasted red pepper tomato soup checks all of those boxes: it leans on pantry staples, builds real depth from broiled vegetables, and turns smooth with a quick blend.

It’s a meal that works for a cozy lunch, holds up well for leftovers, and always feels better with bread on the side, especially something sturdy like sourdough for dipping.

Ingredients

2 red bell peppers

1 medium yellow onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (28 ounce) of whole or crushed tomatoes

2 cups vegetable broth

1/3 cup Organic Protein Warrior Blend Performance - Unflavored

1 can (15 ounce) white beans

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Seasonings: paprika, salt, pepper, oregano, basil

Olive oil

Instructions

Preheat your oven to broil (high), and line a baking sheet with foil. Place the red peppers and onions on the sheet and broil for 6–10 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the skins are charred. For a smoother soup, remove the pepper skins.

In a large pot, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds just until fragrant. Do not let it brown.

Add in your tomatoes, broiled red peppers, broiled onions, beans, and vegetable broth. Stir, bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to let the flavors combine.

Blend the soup using an immersion blender, aiming for a smooth consistency.

Ladle about 1 cup of warm soup into a small bowl. Whisk in the unflavored Organic Protein Warrior Blend Performance slowly until fully dissolved and smooth. Pour the mixture back into the pot and stir well.