Cold Blueberry Soup
Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Cold Blueberry Soup, a chilled treat perfect for warm summer days or as an elegant dessert. This simple yet sophisticated recipe comes together with fresh blueberries simmered to release their natural juices, enhanced by bright notes of orange and lemon juice, a touch of honey for sweetness, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The result is a silky, beautifully colored soup that’s pureed to perfection and served delightfully cold. Garnish with a dollop of creamy yogurt and a sprig of fresh mint for a touch of indulgence. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chill time), this fruity soup is a stunning addition to any menu, whether served as a light appetizer or a unique dessert. Perfect for blueberry lovers and those seeking a no-fuss, healthy recipe, this dish truly captures the taste of summer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 1.5 cups water
- 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cups plain yogurt (optional, for garnish)
- 4 sprigs fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the blueberries thoroughly under cool water and drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the blueberries simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the berries begin to burst and release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the blueberry mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the orange juice, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Blend the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove any remaining solids, pressing the mixture with a spatula or spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the soup for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
To serve, divide the cold blueberry soup among serving bowls. Optionally, top each bowl with a dollop of plain yogurt and a sprig of fresh mint for garnish.
Enjoy this refreshing soup chilled as a light summer dish or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 944 mg | 20% | |
*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.
