Fresh Tomato Aspic

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

Fresh Tomato Aspic is a vibrant, savory gelatin dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes and the tanginess of lemon juice. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light appetizer, it combines fresh vegetables with aromatic dill and a hint of heat from hot sauce, making it a refreshing addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
  • 2 c. cold water, divided
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1 c. tomato juice
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. dill weed
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. hot sauce
  • 1/4 c. chopped green onion
  • 2 c. peeled and chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 c. peeled, seeded and chopped cucumbers

Instructions

  1. Soften gelatin in 1 cup cold water; add bouillon cubes.
  2. Place over low heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin and bouillon cubes dissolve.
  3. Remove from heat and add remaining 1 cup water, tomato juice, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, hot sauce, and green onion.
  4. Chill gelatin mixture until the consistency of unbeaten egg white.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

54 kcal 3% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 0.7g 1% DV
Carbs 10.9g 4% DV
Fiber 2.4g 9% DV
Sugar 3.1g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10455.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 475.3mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 137.3mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 69.9mg 78% DV
Calcium 108.8mg 8% DV
Iron 2.6mg 15% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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