CHILLED TOMATO AND BEET SOUP
Lycopene is part of the carotenoid family and gives tomatoes, bell peppers, watermelon and other red vegetables and fruits their color. It's much heralded for its antioxidant properties in the body, meaning it can search for and stabilize damaging free radicals. The body best absorbs lycopene when combined with a little fat, so toss fresh tomatoes with olive oil or add grated Parmesan to your spaghetti with tomato sauce. Betalain is also one of nature's red pigments and is found primarily in red beets and red Swiss chard. Studies have indicated that it also has antioxidant properties and suggest that betalain is better absorbed when paired with vitamin C (the red bell pepper in this soup will help on that front).
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the oil, sun-dried tomatoes and paprika in a small skillet. Bring to a low simmer over medium-low heat and swirl until the tomatoes soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
- Combine the sun-dried tomatoes and oil with the beets and beet juice, peppers, garlic and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld. Puree in a blender with 1 cup cold water until very smooth. Transfer to a bowl or large liquid measuring cup and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
- Divide the soup evenly among four bowls. Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and peppers in each bowl. Garnish with beets chips and a dollop of sour cream, if using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 570 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 7 grams
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Ripon Hossen
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and beets. It's also a great make-ahead meal.
Asgar Mama
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The sweetness of the beets balanced out the acidity of the tomatoes.
Michael Nielson
[email protected]This soup is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Ravi Shah
[email protected]I added a little bit of spice to this soup with a pinch of cayenne pepper. It gave it a nice kick.
Prosper BTC
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on the weekend, and I've been eating it for lunch all week.
Gayuni Thasanya
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this soup. The sweetness of the tomatoes balanced out the earthiness of the beets.
Nurhusen Sherif
[email protected]This soup is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids. My kids love the sweet flavor of the tomatoes and beets.
Nipuna Sahashrika
[email protected]I love the color of this soup. It's so vibrant and eye-catching.
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[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and beets. I always have a few extra tomatoes and beets in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use them up.
VoidPh0enix
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Gailan Gabriel
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients, and it tastes great too!
Farjana chowdhury
[email protected]I love the combination of tomatoes and beets in this soup. It's a unique and delicious flavor.
Ibrahim Muhammad
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.
Ganiyu Ganiyat
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this soup was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions and make a delicious soup.
Matt Gaydos
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Rayza rayaz
[email protected]This soup was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors of the tomatoes and beets blended perfectly, and the chilliness was a nice touch on a hot summer night.