Chilled Green Goddess Soup

With the return of hot weather, this flavorful, gorgeously hued, and tangy chilled soup will be a welcome treat!!
(serves 2)

1 small avocado, peeled and pitted
1 small shallot, roughly chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 large navel orange, juiced
1&1/2 cups plain whole-milk kefir
1&1/2 cups loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh tarragon
1/8 t. each kosher* salt and freshly* ground pepper
1/2 slice whole-grain bread
1 clove garlic
Shaved Parmesan*

To prepare the soup: In a blender, place 1st 9 ingredients. Blend until smooth; transfer to refrigerator to chill. Toast bread until golden brown. Slice garlic clove in half lengthwise and rub cut sides against toasted bread. Cut toast into 1/4" cubes. Divide soup between 2 bowls; top with toast cubes, and shaved Parm.

"Nothing is more loving than taking car of yourself."

Love,

MM