Chilled Watermelon Soup
Cool off with this refreshing Chilled Watermelon Soup, a vibrant and hydrating dish perfect for hot summer days! This no-cook recipe combines the natural sweetness of juicy watermelon with the crispness of cucumber, a tangy splash of lime juice, and the invigorating aroma of fresh mint. A touch of honey balances the flavors, while a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper adds depth to the soup’s mellow sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chilled soup is an effortless blend in the blender and a star in the fridge. Serve it as a light appetizer or a palate-cleansing dessert, optionally garnished with creamy Greek yogurt and more mint leaves for a decorative, gourmet touch. Perfect for picnics, brunches, or backyard barbecues, this watermelon soup is as healthy as it is stunning, making it your go-to recipe for sweet, chilled, and utterly refreshing summer vibes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups (diced, seeds removed) watermelon
- 1 medium (peeled, seeded, and chopped) cucumber
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 10 fresh leaves mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.125 teaspoons (freshly ground) black pepper
- 0.5 cups (optional, for garnish) Greek yogurt
- 4 (for garnish) extra mint leaves
Instructions
1. Prepare the ingredients: Dice the watermelon into small chunks, peel and chop the cucumber, and remove seeds where necessary. Set aside.
2. Place the diced watermelon, cucumber, lime juice, mint leaves, honey, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor.
3. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth. If necessary, work in batches to avoid overfilling the blender.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. If you'd like a sweeter soup, add more honey. If you'd prefer a tangier flavor, add a splash more lime juice.
5. Transfer the blended soup to a large bowl or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
6. When ready to serve, give the soup a quick stir to ensure it's evenly mixed.
7. Serve the chilled soup in bowls or glasses. If desired, dollop each serving with Greek yogurt and garnish with extra mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 653 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.1 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1941 mg | 41% | |
*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.
