Spicy Tomato Yogurt Soup

I love Greek food and try to incorporate the Mediterranean diet into my cooking (and eating) as much as I can. I love the fresh flavors, the quick and easy recipes and most importantly the strong emphasis on fruits and vegetables. Here is a delicious tomato yogurt soup recipe I adapted from a Greek cookbook I have. The result is a beautiful bright orange-colored soup that tastes fresh and creamy. You can eat it hot or cold, perfect all-year round!

To balance the acidity of the tomatoes, yogurt is mixed in which gives this soup a silky smooth texture. Sun-dried tomatoes and honey are added for a subtle sweet flavor, then a dash of cayenne pepper for a nice kick. Serve this soup with crunchy garlic croutons on top. I’ve also made these amazing crispy baked zucchini rounds last night. They would be a nice addition to serve with this soup; click here for the recipe (and make sure to have some stale bread on hand for the homemade breadcrumbs).

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Clean and chop the tomatoes.

Saute shallot and garlic, then add tomatoes.

Add broth, sun-dried tomatoes and herbs.

Blend the tomato mixture and then mix in yogurt.

Garnish with chives and enjoy!

Spicy Tomato and Yogurt Soup Recipe

4 large tomatoes, chopped

2-3 tablespoons olive oil

1 large shallot (or small onion), chopped

3 garlic cloves, chopped

2 cups vegetable broth

4 sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil, chopped

1 teaspoon dried thyme

2 teaspoons fresh chives, chopped

1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon honey

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

salt and pepper, to taste

Heat a large pot on medium. Add chopped shallots and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, until soft. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook down for 8-10 minutes.

Add the vegetable broth, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs and honey. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes. Then allow to cool.

Using a hand blender, puree the soup until nice and creamy. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in yogurt. Serve hot or cold.

Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
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