Chilly Watermelon Soup
Cool down with a bowl of vibrant and refreshing **Chilly Watermelon Soup**, the perfect no-cook recipe for hot summer days. This quick and easy soup combines the natural sweetness of juicy seedless watermelon with crisp cucumber, zesty lime juice, and fragrant fresh mint, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. A hint of jalapeño adds a subtle kick (optional), while a drizzle of olive oil and crumbled feta provide an elegant finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chilled soup is a healthy, low-calorie dish that’s perfect as a light appetizer or a hydrating lunch. Whether you’re hosting a summer brunch or simply craving something cool and satisfying, this watermelon soup is sure to steal the show. Keywords: chilled watermelon soup, summer soup recipe, no-cook appetizer, refreshing watermelon recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 medium Cucumber, peeled and diced
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 teaspoons Honey (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Crumbled feta (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes, diced cucumber, mint leaves, lime juice, honey (if using), salt, black pepper, and jalapeño (if using).
2. Blend the mixture on high until smooth and well combined.
3. Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the soup is chilled and has a smooth consistency.
4. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lime juice if needed.
5. Transfer the chilled soup to individual serving bowls.
6. Drizzle each serving with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle crumbled feta, if desired, for garnish.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing chilled watermelon soup on a hot day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.1 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2083 mg | 44% | |
*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.
