Chilled Tomato-Tarragon Soup with Croutons

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Chilled Tomato-Tarragon Soup with Croutons
60 min.
4
218kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a refreshing Chilled Tomato-Tarragon Soup, a delightful culinary creation perfect for warm days or as a charming starter at your next gathering. This recipe not only boasts a perfect health score of 100 but is also a versatile dish that caters to various dietary needs, being both vegetarian and vegan, as well as dairy-free. With a rich blend of fresh ingredients, this soup is bursting with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious foodies.

The star of this dish is the combination of coarsely chopped plum tomatoes and aromatic tarragon, creating a tantalizing harmony of flavors. Complemented by roasted croutons for added texture, this chilled soup is both satisfying and light. Each serving contains just 218 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free experience that nourishes your body and soul.

This delicious soup comes together in just 60 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weekdays or leisurely weekend cooking. Whether served as an antipasto, a light snack, or a gateway to a lovely meal, the Chilled Tomato-Tarragon Soup is guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. Dive into a bowl of this exquisite soup, and let the delightful bouquet of flavors transport you to a sun-soaked Mediterranean garden.

Ingredients

  • 8.3 inch crusty baguette 
  • tablespoons tarragon fresh divided finely chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive oil divided
  • 3.3 pounds plum tomatoes divided coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • cup shallots chopped
  • tablespoons tomato paste 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • sieve
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Mix 1/4 cup oil and 4 tablespoons tarragon in bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Brush over both sides of bread. Toast bread in large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer croutons to plate.
  4. Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup oil in another large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add 4 cups tomatoes, next 3 ingredients, and 3 tablespoons tarragon. Sauté until vegetables just begin to soften, about 6 minutes. Stir in tomato paste. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; cook until tomatoes and shallots are soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  6. Strain soup into bowl, pressing with rubber spatula to extract as much of the juice and solids as possible. Discard solids in sieve. Season soup with salt and pepper.
  7. Freeze soup just until cold, about 30 minutes. Ladle into bowls. Top with croutons; sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein14.15%
Fat27.13%
Carbs58.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.19
Glycemic Load
12.41
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.283043488212%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
2.51mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.53mg
Quercetin
2.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.89kcal
10.89%
Fat:7.3g
11.23%
Saturated Fat:1.13g
7.07%
Carbohydrates:35.54g
11.85%
Net Carbohydrates:27.77g
10.1%
Sugar:15.61g
17.34%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:131.69mg
5.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.57g
17.13%
Manganese:1.67mg
83.49%
Vitamin C:64.04mg
77.62%
Vitamin A:3746.17IU
74.92%
Potassium:1543.15mg
44.09%
Vitamin B6:0.86mg
42.84%
Iron:6.19mg
34.36%
Vitamin K:34.09µg
32.47%
Fiber:7.77g
31.07%
Folate:115.7µg
28.93%
Magnesium:101.14mg
25.29%
Vitamin E:3.2mg
21.34%
Calcium:212.6mg
21.26%
Copper:0.4mg
19.91%
Vitamin B3:3.93mg
19.63%
Phosphorus:178.91mg
17.89%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.45%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.3%
Zinc:1.47mg
9.82%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.5%
Selenium:3.03µg
4.33%
Source:Epicurious