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    Home » Recipes » Soups and Stews

    Published: Jun 10, 2013 · Last Updated: Oct 19, 2023 by Kyndra Holley

    Smoked Gouda, Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque

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    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
    a dutch oven full of tomato bisque, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
    a dutch oven full of tomato bisque, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream

    This Smoked Gouda Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque has a silky smooth texture and is deliciously rich and creamy. Fire roasted tomatoes, roasted red peppers, aromatic garlic and onion, savory chicken stock, herbs and spices, slow simmered and pureed, and then swirled with heavy cream and melty smoked gouda cheese. It's the perfect soup recipe for those cool and cozy fall and winter days.

    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream
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    Ingredients in Smoked Gouda, Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque
    How to make low carb tomato soup
    Recipe Tips and Variations
    Frequently Asked Questions
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    Smoked Gouda, Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque

    Ingredients in Smoked Gouda, Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque

    tomatoes, red peppers, onion, garlic, butter, chicken stock, spices, cream, gouda cheese, all in separate bowls

    Ingredient Notes

    • Fire Roasted Tomatoes: I love using fire roasted tomatoes in this recipe because they give this tomato bisque a subtle sweetness, with just a hint of smokiness. If you cannot find them in your local store, you can make your own, or you can just use regular diced tomatoes. (They are also delicious in this Whole30 Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe)
    • Roasted Red Peppers: Roasted red peppers have been charred over and open flame (like fire roasted tomatoes) and then the charred skins are peeled away. They add a real depth of flavor to this low carb tomato soup. (Try this Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Aioli Recipe) or try this (Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach and Artichoke Dip)
    • Onions and Garlic: Aromatics like onion and garlic make everything taste better and create deeper flavor. Are you a big onion and garlic fan like me? (Try this Caramelized Onion and Bacon Jam)
    • Chicken Stock: You could also use beef stock or vegetable stock.
    • Herbs and Spices: For this tomato bisque recipe, I used dried herbs. But you can also substitute fresh herbs. 1 teaspoon dried herbs = 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs.
    • Smoked Gouda: The smoked gouda in this roasted red pepper bisque recipe is what really takes things to the next level. It adds the perfect amount of smokiness, while also being delightfully creamy.
    • Heavy Cream: The heavy cream in this recipe gives it a silky, creamy finish. You can also use half and half. Or for a dairy free alternative, you can use full-fat coconut milk. For an even creamier soup, add an extra ½ cup. (Try this Creamy Mushroom Soup Recipe)

    How to make low carb tomato soup

    a dutch oven with onions and garlic, sautéing in butter

    Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Heat the butter in a large Dutch oven or stock pot, over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

    a dutch oven with onions and garlic, sautéing in butter, tomato paste, herbs and spices

    STEP 2: Add the tomato paste, basil, salt, oregano and pepper to the onions and sauté for 5 additional minutes.

    a dutch oven with onions and garlic, sautéing in butter, tomato paste, herbs and spices, deglazed with chicken stock

    STEP 3: Deglaze the pan with ½ cup of the chicken stock and using a rubber spatula, scrape up and mix in any bits that are stuck to the bottom.

    a dutch oven with tomatoes, red peppers, chicken stock, onion, garlic, herbs and spices

    STEP 4: Add the fire roasted tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and the remaining chicken stock. Bring to a boil over high heat, and then reduce to low and let simmer for 30 minutes. (The longer you let it simmer, the more the flavors will come together.)

    a dutch oven with tomatoes, red peppers, chicken stock, onion, garlic, herbs and spices being pureed

    STEP 5: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to a smooth, silky consistency.

    a dutch oven full of roasted red pepper bisque

    STEP 6: Add the heavy cream, and gouda cheese, mix in, and let simmer for an additional 15 minutes. Taste, and add additional salt and pepper, if desired.

    a dutch oven full of tomato bisque, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream

    Recipe Tips and Variations

    • Storage: Store the leftover tomato bisque in an air-tight container for up to 5 days. Alternatively, you can freeze it for up to 2 months.
    • Reheating: I recommend reheating this on the stove top and adding a little extra cream to help bring it back to life.
    • Add a splash of vinegar: For an even deeper flavor, try adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
    • Make keto croutons: Need something crunchy on top? Make a batch of my Keto Croutons.
    • Make it dairy free: To make this a dairy free low carb tomato soup, simply swap out the heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk and omit the cheese. Alternatively, you can use a nut based cheese.
    • Use fresh herbs: To substitute fresh herbs, you would use three times as much. For example: for one teaspoon of dried oregano, you would substitute 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh oregano.
    a dutch oven full of tomato bisque, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between tomato soup and tomato bisque?

    Tomato soup does not typically have cream and is made with a base of stock or water. Tomato Bisque is slow simmered, with lots of herbs and spices and a good amount of cream.

    Are tomatoes low carb?

    YES! A medium sized tomato has just under 5 grams of carb and 1.5 grams of fiber, making it just 3.5 net carbs for one whole tomato.

    What if I don't have an immersion blender?

    If you do not have an immersion blender, you can puree this in batches in a blender or food processor.

    2 bowls of low carb tomato soup, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream

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    a dutch oven full of tomato bisque, garnished with keto croutons, fresh basil and a swirl of cream

    Smoked Gouda, Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque


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    5 from 37 reviews

    • Author: Kyndra Holley
    • Total Time: 45 minutes
    • Yield: 12 Servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This Smoked Gouda Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque has a silky smooth texture and is deliciously rich and creamy. Fire roasted tomatoes, roasted red peppers, aromatic garlic and onion, savory chicken stock, herbs and spices, slow simmered and pureed, and then swirled with heavy cream and melty smoked gouda cheese. It's the perfect soup recipe for those cool and cozy fall and winter days.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 2 - 14.5 ounce cans fire roasted tomatoes
    • 12 ounce jar roasted red peppers
    • 3 cups chicken stock
    • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 2 teaspoons dried basil
    • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 medium onion, diced
    • 3 large cloves garlic, minced
    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 8 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • Keto Croutons, for serving (get this recipe in my exclusive Patreon group)
    • fresh basil, for garnish

    Instructions

    SLOW COOKER

    1. Heat the slow cooker on the low setting.
    2. To the slow cooker, add the tomatoes, roasted red peppers, chicken stock, tomato paste, basil, sea salt, oregano, and black pepper.
    3. In a medium sauté pan, over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
    4. Add the sautéed onions to the slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
    5. After 4 hours, transfer the soup to a high-powered blender and puree until smooth. This can also be done using an immersion blender. (This is the one I have.)
    6. Pour the pureed soup back into the slow cooker. Stir in the heavy cream and Gouda cheese.  Cover and cook for 1 additional hour.

    STOVETOP:

    1. Heat the butter in a large Dutch oven or stock pot, over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
    2. Add the tomato paste, basil, salt, oregano and pepper to the onions and sauté for 5 additional minutes. Deglaze the pan with ½ cup of the chicken stock and using a rubber spatula, scrape up and mix in any bits that are stuck to the bottom.
    3. Add the fire roasted tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and the remaining chicken stock. Bring to a boil over high heat, and then reduce to low and let simmer for 30 minutes. (The longer you let it simmer, the more the flavors will come together.)
    4. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to a smooth, silky consistency.
    5. Add the heavy cream, and gouda cheese, mix in, and let simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
    6. Taste, and add additional salt and pepper, if desired.

    Notes

    • KITCHEN TOOLS: I use this Dutch Oven and this Immersion Blender
    • Net carbs per serving: 5g
    • Storage: Store the leftover tomato bisque in an air-tight container for up to 5 days. Alternatively, you can freeze it for up to 2 months.
    • Reheating: I recommend reheating this on the stove top and adding a little extra cream to help bring it back to life.
    • Add a splash of vinegar: For an even deeper flavor, try adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
    • Make it dairy free: To make this a dairy free low carb tomato soup, simply swap out the heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk and omit the cheese. Alternatively, you can use a nut based cheese.
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Soup Recipes
    • Method: Simmered
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 Cup
    • Calories: 165
    • Fat: 12.6g
    • Carbohydrates: 5.9g
    • Fiber: 0.9g
    • Protein: 6.2g

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    1. Tayra says

      March 16, 2024 at 5:29 pm

      First time making this and OMG…SO GOOD!! All my family loved it! Even my teenager that doesn’t like tomato soup. Will keep in my rotation! ❤️

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    2. Kathryn Barnum says

      February 16, 2024 at 10:46 am

      I mysteriously ended up with a can of red peppers in my pantry and coincidentally this recipe kept popping up in my feeds. So naturally I hopped right to making this soup and what a hit! My husband isn't the biggest fan of peppers but he had 2 bowls plus leftovers! This took very little time to make and the flavors are amazing. Make this the next time you are having company and you are sure to impress them!

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    3. Lora says

      February 15, 2024 at 6:08 pm

      First time making! I used the stovetop directions with a little extra simmering time. An absolute home run!!

      Reply
    4. Michelle D says

      December 17, 2023 at 3:42 pm

      I roasted my red peppers myself with s+p & toasted my garlic on the same pan- used a small garlic head since it was roasted. I also added a few springs of thyme- this soup tastes amazing!!!!🤩

      Reply
    5. Cheryl Wood says

      October 21, 2023 at 10:28 am

      I got your recipe over 5 years ago & have been making it steadily since then, Hubby can't live without it & he eats a soup with every meal! I've played around with the ingredients & method quite a bit but the base is still from your recipe here, so thank you very much, excellent recipe. I use sour cream in place of cream & cheese & it works like a bomb! I add some "hot" ingredients to his liking.

      Reply
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