Green Tomato Soup with Country Ham

Creamy, tangy, and deeply satisfying, Green Tomato Soup with Country Ham is a rustic dish that transforms underripe green tomatoes into a flavor-packed meal. This recipe combines the tart brightness of green tomatoes with the smoky, savory richness of crispy country ham, creating a unique and comforting soup. Aromatic garlic, onion, and fresh thyme infuse the chicken stock base, which is blended until silky smooth and finished with a touch of heavy cream for added richness. The crispy ham garnish adds a deliciously hearty texture, while optional croutons provide a satisfying crunch. Perfect for showcasing seasonal tomatoes or making use of garden leftovers, this one-pot wonder comes together in under an hour and is ideal as a hearty lunch or cozy dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large Green tomatoes
• 4 ounces Country ham
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Chicken stock
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 cup Croutons (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the green tomatoes, peel and finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Cut the country ham into small bite-sized pieces or strips.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat, then add the butter. Once melted, add the diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced green tomatoes to the pot and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Add the chicken stock, fresh thyme sprigs, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let the soup cook for 20 minutes, uncovered.

Step 7

While the soup is simmering, heat a small skillet over medium heat and crisp up the country ham pieces. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until slightly browned and crispy. Set aside on a paper towel to cool.

Step 8

After 20 minutes of simmering, remove the thyme sprigs from the soup. Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender, then return it to the pot.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup heat through for 5 minutes, but do not bring it to a boil.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crispy country ham pieces and optional croutons. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2849.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.0

Total Fat 123.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 333.9mg	0%
Sodium 4637.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 102.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2679.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 29.9%