This vibrant soup captures the essence of a summer garden in every spoonful. By grilling the vegetables first, you infuse the broth with a deep, smoky sweetness that boiling simply cannot achieve. The combination of ripe tomatoes, charred red peppers, and tender squash creates a rich, velvety texture that is both comforting and light. Bright notes of fresh rosemary and lemon juice cut through the earthiness, adding a refreshing lift. It’s an ideal dish for using up abundant harvests, serving as a quick lunch or a sophisticated starter. Perfect for vegan diners, this recipe highlights how simple, high-quality ingredients can shine with minimal processing.
Grilled Vegetable Soup
Description
This vibrant soup captures the essence of a summer garden in every spoonful. By grilling the vegetables first, you infuse the broth with a deep, smoky sweetness that boiling simply cannot achieve. The combination of ripe tomatoes, charred red peppers, and tender squash creates a rich, velvety texture that is both comforting and light. Bright notes of fresh rosemary and lemon juice cut through the earthiness, adding a refreshing lift. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for using up abundant harvests, serving as a quick lunch or a sophisticated starter. Perfect for vegan diners, this recipe highlights how simple, high-quality ingredients can shine with minimal processing.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
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Arrange the sliced tomatoes, onions, zucchini, yellow squash, and red peppers on the grill grate or a broiler pan.
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Grill the vegetables, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have distinct char marks on the edges, about 15-20 minutes.
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Remove the vegetables from the heat and allow them to cool slightly.
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Roughly chop the grilled vegetables and place them into a food processor or blender.
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Add the chopped garlic, fresh rosemary, and the juice of one lemon to the processor.
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Blend the mixture until completely smooth and creamy.
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Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
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Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
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Garnish with a sprinkle of diced raw vegetables for crunch and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 109.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.0g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 22.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.1g9%
- Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
- Sugars 14.1g
- Protein 4.6g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
