Buttermilk Soup
Delightfully tangy and refreshingly creamy, this Buttermilk Soup is a unique twist on traditional comfort food that's perfect for any season. Featuring the rich tang of buttermilk blended with a silky roux, this soup is elevated with the vibrant flavors of fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and crisp cucumber garnish. A fragrant start of sauteed garlic and spring onions enhances the broth, while vegetable stock adds depth to this light yet satisfying dish. Whether served warm for a cozy meal or chilled for a refreshing summer treat, this Buttermilk Soup comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an easy and elegant choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 stalks spring onions
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup cucumber
Instructions
Finely mince the garlic and chop the spring onions, fresh dill, and cucumber. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should become golden and smooth.
Gradually pour in the vegetable stock, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Turn the heat to low and slowly whisk in the buttermilk. Stir gently to combine, being careful not to boil the mixture as it may curdle.
Stir in the chopped spring onions, fresh dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
Remove the soup from the heat. Allow it to cool slightly if serving chilled or leave warm if preferred.
To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the diced cucumber and extra sprigs of dill. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1025 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 626 mg | 13% | |
*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.
