**Golden Beet and Peach Soup with Tarragon**
This vibrant and flavorful soup is a perfect way to enjoy the best of summer produce. Golden beets, ripe peaches, and fresh tarragon come together to create a dish that is both sweet and savory, with a beautiful golden hue. Served chilled, this soup is a refreshing starter or light lunch, and it can also be enjoyed warm as a comforting main course. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead. This recipe is also easily adaptable to different dietary needs, making it a great choice for any occasion.
**Additional Recipes Included in the Article:**
* **Golden Beet and Peach Salad:** A simple and refreshing salad that showcases the natural sweetness of beets and peaches.
* **Peach and Tarragon Sorbet:** A delightful frozen dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day.
* **Peach and Tarragon Jam:** A delicious and versatile jam that can be enjoyed on toast, scones, or ice cream.
* **Tarragon-Scented Peach Pie:** A classic summer pie with a twist of tarragon that adds a touch of herbal complexity.
BEET SOUP WITH TARRAGON, CHIVES AND YOGURT
Freshly cooked beets, though they take a while to prepare (see Tip), are so delicious that they're worth the effort. Cook them the day before you need them and keep them in the fridge for up to a week, to use in salads or for a soup. For this borscht-inspired soup, a splash of vinegar tempers the beets' natural sweetness, which is perfectly complemented by a splash of tart herby yogurt. The good news is this soup may be served warm or chilled; each way is refreshing.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put olive oil in a heavy-bottomed soup pot or deep, wide skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook slowly, stirring, until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Add beets and season generously with salt and pepper. Add a pinch of cayenne and pour in vinegar. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then add water and raise heat to a brisk simmer. Taste broth and adjust. Cook for another 10 minutes, until beets are completely soft.
- Purée in a blender, in batches if necessary, and strain through a fine-mesh sieve. (Consistency should be like heavy cream, no thicker - thin with water or broth as necessary). Return puréed soup to pot and reheat. In a small bowl, combine yogurt with tarragon and chives. Add a good pinch of salt and beat with a fork to loosen yogurt.
- Taste soup, and adjust for salt and vinegar. Ladle into individual bowls. Swirl a large (2 to 3 tablespoons) spoonful of herbed yogurt across the surface of the soup.
ROASTED BEETS WITH TARRAGON
Tarragon and beets have a natural affinity for each other, especially when the beets are roasted. It's a striking combination in salads or, as shown here, served in endive spears as an hors d'oeuvre.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Roast, peel, and dice beets, then toss them with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and coarse salt. Serve in endive leaves, garnished with fresh tarragon.
GOLDEN BEET SOUP
Provided by Selma Brown Morrow
Categories Soup/Stew Onion Appetizer Hanukkah Low Cal High Fiber Beet Fall Winter Low Cholesterol Simmer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt margarine in large pot over medium heat. Add beets, onions, ginger, and lemon peel. Cover; cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 6 cups broth and bring to boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer until beets are very tender, 1 hour. Remove from heat; let stand 20 minutes.
- Puree soup in blender in batches until smooth. Return puree to pot. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice to soup and thin with more broth, if desired. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice.
- Slice enough beet greens to measure 3/4 cup. Microwave greens 1 minute to wilt; place in blender. Add 3/4 cup soup; puree greens until smooth. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover soup and puree separately; chill. Rewarm both separately before using.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle some of greens puree over soup and serve.
GOLDEN BEET SOUP
This soup is very healthy and tasty. It is so simple that you could tweak it to fit your diet/taste and it would still be simple. I got this recipe from Earthbound Organics website.
Provided by justjenn6
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Saute beets and onions in olive oil for approximately 10 minutes.
- Add 2c of the chicken stock and heat through.
- Add 1c water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer for approximately 45 minutes or until beets are tender.
- Let cool slightly.
- Puree the soup in blender or food processor until very smooth.
- If soup is too thick, add some of the 3rd c of chicken stock.
- Add lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- If you like, you can garnish with red beet puree.
GOLDEN BEET SOUP
A bracing squirt of lime -- a culinary touch borrowed from Latin American and Southeast Asian soup makers -- brightens the whole bowl.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leeks and a pinch of salt. Partially cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until leeks are soft, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in beets, carrots, bell pepper, and stock. Raise heat to medium-high; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer, partially covered, until beets and carrots are tender, 50 to 60 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Divide soup among 4 bowls; garnish each with chives and a lime.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 727 g
Tips:
- To make the soup more flavorful, use ripe, sweet peaches. If peaches are not in season, you can use frozen or canned peaches.
- If you don't have tarragon, you can substitute another herb, such as mint, basil, or chives.
- To make the soup smoother, purée it in a blender or food processor until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Serve the soup warm or cold, garnished with fresh tarragon or chopped chives.
Conclusion:
Golden beet and peach soup with tarragon is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover beets and peaches. With its vibrant color and unique flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, give golden beet and peach soup with tarragon a try.
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