Cold Cucumber and Avocado Soup

Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Cold Cucumber and Avocado Soup is the ultimate no-cook dish for hot summer days. Featuring a luscious blend of ripe avocados, crisp cucumbers, tangy Greek yogurt, and vibrant herbs like dill and mint, this chilled soup is as nutritious as it is refreshing. A hint of lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil add zesty brightness and velvety richness, while a quick prep time of just 15 minutes ensures you can enjoy this healthy, low-carb meal in no time. Serve it with a garnish of fresh herbs and a few ice cubes for extra chill factor. Perfect as a light appetizer or a quick lunch, this wholesome recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large, peeled and diced Cucumber
• 2 ripe, peeled and pitted Avocado
• 1 cup, plain Greek Yogurt
• 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lime Juice
• 1 clove, minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh Dill
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh Mint
• 1 cup Cold Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoons, or to taste Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons, freshly ground Black Pepper
• 4 optional, for serving Ice Cubes

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the cucumbers into small chunks for easier blending.

Step 2

Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the diced cucumber, Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, fresh dill, and fresh mint to the blender.

Step 4

Pour in the cold water and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

While blending, add the olive oil in a steady stream to emulsify the soup.

Step 6

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, blending briefly to incorporate.

Step 7

If the soup is too thick, you can add a bit more cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Transfer the soup to a large bowl or pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly.

Step 9

When ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra dill or mint, a drizzle of olive oil, and ice cubes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1786.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	996.4

Total Fat 70.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 8.0mg	0%
Sodium 1309.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 462.8mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 3017.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 27.5%