Chilled Cucumber Mint Soup
Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, Chilled Cucumber Mint Soup is the ultimate summer refreshment in a bowl. This no-cook recipe blends crisp English cucumbers, tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant fresh mint leaves for a dish that's as light as it is satisfying. A hint of garlic and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil round out the flavors, while an hour of chilling ensures it's perfectly refreshing. Ready in just 15 minutes, this delightful soup is ideal as a starter for warm-weather gatherings or as a guilt-free midday snack. Garnish with a sprinkle of mint or a swirl of olive oil for a restaurant-quality presentation.
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Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cold water
Directions
Step 1
Peel the cucumbers, cut them lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Chop them into rough pieces.
Step 2
Add the chopped cucumbers to a blender along with the Greek yogurt.
Step 3
Tear the mint leaves into smaller pieces to release aromatic oils and add them to the blender.
Step 4
Peel the garlic clove and finely mince it before adding it to the blender.
Step 5
Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
Step 6
Pour in the cold water to help blend the ingredients smoothly.
Step 7
Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Pour the blended soup into a bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Step 9
Serve chilled, garnished with additional mint leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1465.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 602.2 |
| Total Fat 35.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 11.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2481.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.4g | |
| Protein 36.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 760.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2306.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories