Chilled Peach & Apricot Soup
This silky, refreshing soup is a summer dream—juicy SGS peaches blended with honey, dried apricots, and a touch of goat cheese for a perfectly balanced sweet and savory dish. Served cold and topped with crunchy croutons, it’s an elegant way to showcase the natural sweetness of SGS stone fruit.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 3 cups sliced, peeled SGS peaches (about 4 peaches)
- ¼ cup finely diced peeled seedless cucumber, plus thin slices for garnish
- ¼ cup finely diced yellow bell pepper, plus thin slices for garnish
- ¼ cup diced dried apricots
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp crumbled fresh goat cheese, plus more for garnish
- ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar, plus more for seasoning
- ¼ cup plus 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 large garlic clove
- 2 cups diced baguette (½-inch cubes)
- Fresh thyme or mint leaves, for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper
Recipe Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the SGS peaches, diced cucumber, yellow bell pepper, and dried apricots. Stir in the honey, goat cheese, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Add the garlic and 1 ½ tsp salt. Cover and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld.
- Remove the garlic and transfer the mixture to a blender. Add ¼ cup water and blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed for the desired consistency. Adjust seasoning with more salt and balsamic vinegar, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until well chilled.
- In a medium skillet, heat ¼ cup olive oil over moderate heat. Add the diced baguette and cook, stirring, until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes. Transfer croutons to a paper towel-lined plate and season with a pinch of salt.
- Pour the chilled peach soup into shallow bowls. Garnish with sliced cucumber, bell pepper, goat cheese, croutons, and fresh thyme or mint leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, season with black pepper, and serve cold.
Other SGS Fruit Soup Ideas
Try nectarines with basil for a slightly tangier take.
Use plums instead of peaches and swap dried apricots for dried cherries.
Blend in a handful of fresh cherries for a deeper, more complex flavor.
SGS stone fruits bring natural sweetness and vibrant color to every spoonful, making this a show-stopping summer dish.
