Chilled Cream of Cucumber Soup
Cool, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant, this Chilled Cream of Cucumber Soup is the ultimate no-cook recipe for warm-weather dining. Bursting with the crisp freshness of cucumbers and the aromatic notes of dill and mint, this creamy soup is balanced with tangy plain Greek yogurt and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Blended with ice cubes for the perfect frosty texture, it’s light, velvety, and irresistibly smooth. Ready in just 15 minutes, with no stove required, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for summer gatherings, whether served as an appetizer or a refreshing main course. Easily customizable and beautifully garnished with herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, this chilled soup is as stunning as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers
- 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 small garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the cucumbers if desired (optional for smoother texture) and slice them into chunks.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a blender, combine the cucumber chunks, plain Greek yogurt, vegetable broth, minced garlic, fresh dill, fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ice cubes.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the soup to a large bowl or pitcher. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Before serving, stir the soup well. Pour into bowls or glasses, garnish with additional sprigs of dill or mint if desired, and drizzle with a touch of olive oil.
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1885 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2229 mg | 47% | |
*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.
