Golden beets and peaches are two vibrant ingredients that come together to create a unique and flavorful soup. The earthy sweetness of the beets pairs perfectly with the juicy tartness of the peaches, while the tarragon adds a touch of herbal complexity. This soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can be easily made ahead of time.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHILLED GOLDEN BEET AND BUTTERMILK SOUP
The beauty of this quick, simple soup recipe is in its layers of bright and carefully balanced acidity. Golden beets, puréed with buttermilk and lemon juice, have a sweet, gentle twang; Erin French, a chef from Freedom, Me., takes things even further, garnishing each bowl with fresh herbs, finely chopped shallots macerated in rice wine vinegar, and dollops of sour cream. Serve this soup as a side or with crusty, garlic-rubbed grilled bread to make it a meal.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine chopped shallots and vinegar and let macerate for 20 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with a few grinds of black pepper. Set aside.
- Put beets in a large pot over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon salt and enough water to cover. Boil for 25 to 40 minutes, depending on size, until tender when poked with the tip of a knife. Drain beets and let cool, then peel off the skins with your fingers.
- Cut 1 beet into a small, even dice, then add to the shallot mixture, season with a pinch of salt (or to taste) and set aside. Cut the remaining beets into large chunks and purée in a blender with buttermilk and lemon juice until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until completely cool.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil. Serve with marinated beets, herbs and sour cream on the side, so people can garnish their own bowls as they like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 129, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 503 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
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 AND PEACH SOUP WITH TARRAGON
One summer we had a bumper crop of peaches from our two trees, so I had fun experimenting with different recipes. After seeing a beet soup recipe in a cookbook, I changed it a bit to include our homegrown golden beets and sweet peaches. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Place beets in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Roast until tender, 40-45 minutes. Cool slightly., Transfer beets to a blender or food processor. Add juice and vinegar; process until smooth. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and chopped tarragon; refrigerate., To serve, divide beet mixture among individual bowls; place a spoonful of yogurt mixture in each bowl. Top with diced peaches and tarragon sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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.
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
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.
ROASTED GOLDEN BEETS
Golden beets are milder in flavor, and roasting them brings out their sweetness. Trust me, you'll turn beet haters into beet lovers, and my husband will confirm that! Serve warm or cold in a salad.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Beet Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Peel beets, and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Combine olive oil, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add beets, and mix until well coated.
- Spread beets out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan and roast, flipping half way through, until the beets are tender and starting to turn golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, put beets back into the bowl, and toss with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332.1 mg
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.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, sweet peaches: This will ensure that your soup has a naturally sweet flavor.
- Use fresh tarragon: This herb adds a bright, slightly anise-like flavor that complements the sweetness of the peaches and beets.
- Don't overcook the beets: They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Let the soup cool slightly before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve with a dollop of yogurt or crème fraîche: This will add a creamy richness to the soup.
Conclusion:
Golden beet and peach soup with tarragon is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweetness of the peaches and beets is balanced by the bright, herbal flavor of the tarragon. This soup is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared in under an hour. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this soup a try.
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