Cold Cucumber and Spinach Soup
Cool off with this refreshing Cold Cucumber and Spinach Soup, a vibrant blend of crisp cucumbers, nutrient-packed spinach, and creamy Greek yogurt. Enhanced with aromatic fresh dill, mint, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this no-cook recipe is the ultimate summer sensation. Perfect for warm days, this chilled soup comes together in just 15 minutes and offers a silky, herbaceous bite with every spoonful. Topped with a drizzle of olive oil and cucumber slices for an elegant finish, it’s a healthy, flavorful option for light lunches, appetizers, or dinner parties. Packed with vitamins and perfect for vegetarians, this soup is a quick, easy, and delicious way to stay cool in the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Ice water
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
1. Peel the cucumbers and cut them into chunks. Reserve a small portion (a few slices) for garnish, if desired.
2. In a large blender, combine the cucumber chunks, spinach leaves, Greek yogurt, garlic, fresh dill, and mint leaves.
3. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ice water to the blender.
4. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, add a bit more ice water to reach the desired consistency.
5. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if necessary.
6. Transfer the soup to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Before serving, stir the soup again and pour it into bowls.
8. Garnish with thin slices of cucumber, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh dill or mint leaves, if desired.
9. Serve the soup cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 526 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 8% | |
*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.
