Heart-Healthy Chilled Melon Soup
Cool down and nourish your body with this refreshing Heart-Healthy Chilled Melon Soup, a perfect summer recipe packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This no-cook dish blends the natural sweetness of ripe cantaloupe and honeydew melons with zesty lime juice, aromatic fresh mint, a hint of ginger, and a touch of honey for a subtly sweet finish. A pinch of sea salt and black pepper enhances the layers of flavor, creating a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory in every spoonful. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chill time), this nutrient-dense soup is not only effortless to prepare but also a delightfully light appetizer or midday pick-me-up. Serve it chilled and garnished with fresh mint to impress at your next summer gathering or as a make-ahead healthy snack. This recipe is brimming with heart-healthy ingredients, including hydrating melons rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making it as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole (about 3 pounds) ripe cantaloupe melon
- 1 whole (about 3 pounds) ripe honeydew melon
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 10 leaves, plus extra for garnish fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Begin by cutting the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half. Remove the seeds with a spoon and discard them.
Step 2
Use a sharp knife or a melon baller to scoop out the flesh from both melons and place the pieces in a blender. Aim to get as much of the juice as you can.
Step 3
Add fresh lime juice, the mint leaves, grated ginger, honey, a pinch of freshly ground black pepper, and sea salt to the blender.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. This may take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.
Step 5
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed, considering the balance of sweet and citrus flavors.
Step 6
Transfer the blended soup to a large bowl or pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.
Step 7
Before serving, stir the soup well and pour into individual bowls.
Step 8
Garnish with additional mint leaves for a fresh touch and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2800.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1035.1 |
| Total Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1051.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 256.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 228.1g | |
| Protein 19.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 246.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7260.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories