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Airfryer Creamy Red Pepper Soup & Cheese Toastie
Soup season is definitely here and this is the easiest and speediest one you can can rustle up. Simply throw your ingredients into your air fryer basket, blitz in the drawer and dunk that cheesy bread.
SERVES
4
COOKING TIME
20 mins
DIFFICULTY
simple
This air fryer soup is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with flavour. The combination of roasted vegetables creates a rich taste that pairs perfectly with a warm cheese toastie. Enjoy your comforting bowl of soup and toastie any day of the week!
Can you make soup in the air fryer?
Yes, you can definitely make soup in the air fryer. By roasting vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions, or even carrots in the air fryer, you enhance their natural sweetness and depth of flavour. Once the vegetables are tender, you can blend them with stock and any additional ingredients for a creamy texture. This approach not only saves time – allowing you to enjoy a warm bowl of soup in under 30 minutes— but also lets you create healthier options packed with nutrients.
Can I really make soup using an air fryer?
While the air fryer is used mainly for roasting the peppers and enhancing flavour, the soup is finished by blending and gently heating on the hob or in a slow cooker. Roasting the red peppers in the air fryer adds a rich, smoky depth that really elevates this creamy red pepper soup.
How do I make a cheese toastie in the air fryer?
It’s easy! Butter the outside of your bread, add your favourite cheese in the middle, and air fry at 180°C for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway. The result is a golden, crispy air fryer cheese toastie with a gooey melted centre.
Can I use jarred roasted peppers instead of fresh ones?
Yes, if you’re short on time, jarred roasted red peppers work well. However, air frying fresh red peppers gives a better depth of flavour and is super easy to do.
What cheese works best for the toastie?
A strong cheddar melts beautifully and pairs well with the sweetness of the soup, but feel free to use mozzarella, Red Leicester or even a bit of brie for a twist.
Can I prep this in advance?
Absolutely. You can roast the peppers ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. The soup also keeps well and tastes even better the next day.
Is this red pepper soup suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the recipe is vegetarian-friendly as long as the stock and cheese used are veggie-approved.
Can I freeze the soup?
Definitely. Let the soup cool completely before freezing in airtight containers. It will keep for up to 3 months. Defrost and reheat thoroughly before serving.
What bread is best for air fryer toasties?
Sourdough or thick white bloomer bread works brilliantly. It holds its shape and crisps up nicely in the air fryer.
Is this a good lunch option?
Yes! It’s quick, satisfying and packed with flavour. Perfect for cosy lunch ideas or a light dinner that feels a bit indulgent but is full of wholesome ingredients.
@boredoflunch Airfryer Creamy Red Pepper Soup & Cheese Toastie 🥣🍞🧀 Soup season is definitely here and this is the easiest and speediest one you can can rustle up. Simply throw your ingredients into your airfryer basket, blitz in the drawer and dunk that cheesy bread. If you want easy 6 Ingredient Slowcooker recipes my latest book is available on preorder for £10 📕 Soup ingredients – 20 mins at 200C – 500g of cherry tomatoes 🍅 – 3 red peppers 🫑 – 1 x red onion 🧅 – 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒 – 3 garlic cloves 🧄 – 1 tsp oregano & thyme 🍃 – Salt and pepper 🧂 – 250ml of veggie stock – 150ml of double cream – Handful of fresh basil Toastie – 7 mins at 200 – 2 slices of bread buttered – 2 slices of cheddar – 1 tbsp Dijon mustard on the bread Method 1. Chop the peppers and add to the airfryer with all other ingredients except the cream stock and basil. 200 for 20 minutes 2. Add in the stock, cream and basil. Blitz in the basket with a handheld blender or transfer to another machine 3. Airfry your cheese toastie for 7 mins at 200 and finito. Soup serves 4! Enjoy 😉 #soup #toastie #cold #autumn #goodsoup #airfryer #airfryerrecipe #airfried #hack #moneysavingrecipes #moneysaving #budgeting #cheap #lunch #dinner #video #souprecipe #mealprep #foodprep #cheap #cheaprecipes #cheapmealprep #budget #budgetmeals #budgeting #foryou #fyp #fy
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Method
Step 1
Chop the peppers, tomatoes and onions. Place them in the air fryer basket along with the olive oil, crushed garlic, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper. Air fry at 200°C for 20 minutes until the vegetables are nice and tender.
Step 2
After roasting, add the vegetable stock, cream, and fresh basil to the air fryer basket. Use a handheld blender to blitz everything until smooth (I used an immersion blender to do this so it doesn’t ruin the air fryer basket). Alternatively, you can transfer the mixture to a blender if needed.
Step 3
While your soup is cooling, prepare your cheese toastie. Assemble your sandwich with cheese between two slices of bread and air fry at 200°C for 7 minutes until nice and crispy.
Step 4
Pour the soup into bowls and top with additional basil if desired. Serve alongside your cheese toastie for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
500g of cherry tomatoes
3 red peppers
1 x red onion
1 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves
1 tsp oregano & thyme
Salt and pepper
250ml of veggie stock
150ml of double cream
Handful of fresh basil
For the toastie:
2 slices of bread buttered
2 slices of cheddar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard on the bread
