Spiced Blueberry Soup

Dive into the vibrant allure of Spiced Blueberry Soup, a refreshing and unique dish that combines the natural sweetness of ripe blueberries with a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, and a hint of citrus from orange juice and lemon zest. Perfect as a chilled appetizer or light dessert, this recipe brings together bold spices and creamy Greek yogurt for a smooth, velvety texture. Ready in just 25 minutes and brimming with antioxidants, this soup is a visual feast with its deep purple hue, enhanced by a garnish of fresh mint leaves. Whether you’re hosting a summer soirée or simply craving something unconventional, this spiced berry creation is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups blueberries
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.125 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, water, orange juice, honey, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, lemon zest, and salt.

Step 2

Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the blueberries to soften and break down.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, work in batches if necessary and be cautious with the hot liquid.

Step 6

Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, whisk in the plain Greek yogurt to add creaminess.

Step 8

Ladle the chilled soup into bowls and garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Spiced Blueberry Soup as a light appetizer or refreshing dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	538.8

Total Fat 6.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 12.2mg	0%
Sodium 353.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 87.4g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.3mg	0%
Iron 0.5mg	0%
Potassium 435.4mg	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: 9.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 78.2%