Indian Spiced Chilled Tomato Soup

Description
Wonderfully aromatic, cardamom adds a distinct and delicious Indian flavor to this tasty soup, which is also good served warm in cooler months.
 * Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
 * Source: South Beach Diet Taste of Summer Meal Plan
 * Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes | Chill time: 30 minutes
 * Makes 4 (1½ cup) servings

Ingredients

 * 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
 * 1 tsp ground cardamom
 * 1 tsp ground cumin
 * ¼ tsp cayenne
 * 1 onion, chopped
 * 2 garlic cloves, minced
 * ¼ tsp salt
 * 1 (28-oz) can whole peeled tomatoes, with juices
 * 1⅓ cups low-fat or non-fat plain yogurt
 * 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Directions

 * 1) In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
 * 2) Add cardamom, cumin, and cayenne; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
 * 3) Stir in onion, garlic, and salt; reduce the heat to medium and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
 * 4) Add tomatoes and their juices, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes.
 * 5) Remove from the heat.
 * 6) Cool briefly and then stir in yogurt and lime juice.
 * 7) Transfer half of the tomato mixture to a blender and puree until smooth; pour into a large bowl.
 * 8) Repeat with remaining tomato mixture; pour into the bowl.
 * 9) Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
 * 10) Serve chilled.

Nutritional information
Per serving:
 * 150 Calories | 5g Fat | 1.5g Saturated fat | 6g Protein | 17g Carbs | 2g Fiber | 600mg Sodium