There is something special about a chilled bowl of soup on a hot summer day. This Chilled Cucumber Yogurt Soup is a healthy vegetarian soup made with cucumbers, yogurt and topped with fresh corn and thick slices of avocado. Requires no cooking so it's perfect for hot days. Takes just 10 minutes to prep. Serve as an appetizer, or a healthy lunch or dinner.
Nutrition Benefits of Chilled Soups
As a dietitian and a busy mom, I love to make chilled soups because they are a fun, exciting and easy way to blend a variety of different vegetables into a super tasty meal. You can even use fruit like in my chilled melon soup with crispy bacon.
Since there is no heat or cooking involved (yay!!), vegetables and fruits tend to retain more vitamins and minerals, so that's always a plus!
I love adding fresh herbs and spices to dishes to boost their nutritional power , especially chilled soups. Herbs and spices not only add color, beauty and freshness to a dish, they add such an intense layer of flavor! In this recipe I'm using chives to bring out a supper yummy, oniony essence.
Do you love chilled soup? Let me know in the comments below!
Chilled Cucumber Yogurt Soup
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers large, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup Greek yogurt non fat, plain
- 1 shallot small
- ½ serrano pepper seeded (use even smaller amount if you don't want too much of a kick)
- For topping:
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup fresh corn shucked and kernels sliced off the cob
- ½ teaspoon salt coarse
- small pinch of pepper
- fresh chives chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place cucumbers, shallot, serrano pepper, yogurt, salt and pepper in a high powered blender.
- Blend until smooth and frothy.
- Refrigerate 2 hours to chill.
- To serve top with sliced avocado, corn kernels, chives and drizzle with olive oil.
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Nutrition
I prefer to focus on quality ingredients from a variety of sources that work in tandem to promote optimal health. Nutrition calculations may not reflect these valuable interactions. However, I understand certain values can be helpful to some. Please note these calculations are merely estimates. Values will vary depending on modifications, brands used, and portion size. Should you require specific information, it's best to consult with a dietitian or qualified healthcare provider.
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