Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup
Cool and refreshing, this Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup is the ultimate summer appetizer or light lunch. Featuring crisp English cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant fresh dill, this no-cook recipe is quick to prepare in just 15 minutes. A touch of garlic and silky olive oil elevate the flavors, while a hint of fresh mint offers an optional burst of herbal freshness. Blended with ice cubes for an irresistibly smooth and frothy texture, this soup is a perfect way to beat the heat. Served in bowls or glasses, it's refined yet simple, making it ideal for entertaining or savoring solo. Healthy, hydrating, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this dish is a must-try for those seeking quick, wholesome, and elegant meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumber
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 cup Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
Peel one of the cucumbers completely and chop it into rough slices for blending. Leave the skin on the second cucumber for added texture and color, but still chop it into rough slices.
In a blender, combine the chopped cucumbers, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cold water.
Add the salt and black pepper to the blender. If you like a more robust garlic flavor, mince the garlic before adding it.
Blend on high speed until smooth. If the soup is too thick for your liking, add an additional 1/4 cup of cold water and blend again to adjust consistency.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and pulse a few times until the soup is chilled and slightly frothy.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lemon juice, if desired.
Transfer the soup to a large bowl or pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled in bowls or glasses. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of chopped fresh mint (if using), and a sprig of dill for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2543 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*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.
