Charred Tomato Soup

Name: Charred Tomato Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 lb. very ripe heirloom tomatoes, halved and cored; 1 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for brushing tomatoes; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 large garlic cloves, chopped; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 1 c. chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish; 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar; Sour cream, for serving

Ripe heirloom tomatoes, grilled, become the base for a wonderfully tangy rustic soup.

By Christopher MichelPublished: Jun 7, 2022

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 10 mins

This is a great way to use up a bunch of farmers' market tomatoes before they go bad — don't skip the grilling, as it gives the soup a wonderfully deep flavor. If tomatoes aren’t at peak ripeness, adding a tablespoon of sugar in with the water will help round out the flavor. This recipe also makes great leftovers, as it tastes even better the next day.

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Ingredients

3 lb. very ripe heirloom tomatoes, halved and cored
1 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more for brushing tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
Sour cream, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Heat grill to medium-high. Brush tomatoes with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill cut sides up, until soft and bubbly, 4 to 6 minutes; cool completely.
2. Step 2Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 8 to 10 minutes; remove from heat. Add tomatoes, cilantro, and vinegar. (Add up to 2 cups water, if necessary, until mixture is just soupy.) Puree in a blender, in batches if necessary, or use an immersion blender, until smooth, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Step 3Chill at least 30 minutes and up to 2 days. Serve topped with sour cream and garnished with cilantro.