Chilled Cream of Vidalia Onion Soup
Cool, creamy, and utterly luxurious, Chilled Cream of Vidalia Onion Soup is the perfect antidote to a sweltering summer day. This elegant soup highlights the natural sweetness of Vidalia onions, which are caramelized to perfection and blended with a velvety combination of heavy cream, dry white wine, and savory chicken or vegetable stock. A touch of thyme and a splash of lemon juice brighten the flavors, while an overnight chill ensures the soup reaches its optimal creamy texture and depth. Served cold and garnished with freshly chopped chives, this refined dish is a standout choice for a light lunch, a dinner party appetizer, or simply when you crave something sophisticated yet comforting. Make ahead for effortless entertaining, and let every spoonful showcase the best of seasonal onions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Vidalia onions
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chives (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the Vidalia onions.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent but not browned.
Add the white wine to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, letting it reduce slightly.
Stir in the thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and simmer for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or a countertop blender to purée the soup until it is completely smooth.
Return the puréed soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Allow the soup to cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Before serving, give the soup a quick stir and ladle it into bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped chives. Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.7 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.5 g | 348% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 5916 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1202 mg | 26% | |
*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.
