Green Tomato Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Green Tomato Soup
45 min.
6
106kcal

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Welcome to the vibrant world of Green Tomato Soup, where fresh, unripe tomatoes take center stage! This delightful, gluten-free and dairy-free dish not only delights your taste buds but also offers a unique twist that will intrigue any food enthusiast. With its refreshing flavor and the subtle smokiness of Black Forest ham, this soup is perfect for any occasion, serving seamlessly as an appetizer, a light snack, or a comforting main dish.

Imagine sitting down to a warm bowl of this simple yet satisfying soup, the essence of late summer preserved within each spoonful. The green tomatoes lend a distinctive tartness, perfectly balanced by the aromatic scallions and the savory depth of low-sodium chicken broth. Each ingredient is thoughtfully selected to create a symphony of flavors, showcasing the beauty of farm-fresh produce. The added texture from the ham and the fragrant bay leaf elevate the dish to a gourmet experience right at home.

Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet night in, this Green Tomato Soup is a must-try. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a generous batch that serves six, leaving you with plenty to share—or savor all to yourself! So, gather your ingredients and join me in creating a delightful dish that celebrates the freshness of green tomatoes and brings warmth to your table.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup forest ham black thinly sliced chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups scallions thinly sliced (from 1 bunch)
  • lb unripe tomatoes green chopped
  •  turkish or 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook ham, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Add scallions, garlic, and bay leaf and cook, stirring occasionally, until scallions are tender and lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Add tomatoes, broth, water, salt, and pepper and simmer, partially covered, until tomatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Discard bay leaf and season soup with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories106kcal
Protein21.96%
Fat44.97%
Carbs33.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22
Glycemic Load
2.03
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.495652124934%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
3.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:105.61kcal
5.28%
Fat:5.61g
8.64%
Saturated Fat:0.77g
4.79%
Carbohydrates:9.29g
3.1%
Net Carbohydrates:6.78g
2.46%
Sugar:5.32g
5.92%
Cholesterol:10.65mg
3.55%
Sodium:425.63mg
18.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.17g
12.34%
Vitamin K:66.66µg
63.48%
Vitamin C:25.73mg
31.19%
Vitamin A:1510.3IU
30.21%
Potassium:522.79mg
14.94%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.08%
Vitamin E:1.63mg
10.85%
Fiber:2.51g
10.04%
Folate:38.75µg
9.69%
Vitamin B3:1.58mg
7.88%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.65%
Copper:0.15mg
7.35%
Iron:1.17mg
6.5%
Phosphorus:59.02mg
5.9%
Magnesium:23.23mg
5.81%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.79%
Calcium:39.54mg
3.95%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.64%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.77%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.6%
Source:Epicurious