Cold Cucumber Soup for the Weight Watcher or Diet
Experience the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with this Cold Cucumber Soup, a refreshing and low-calorie recipe perfect for weight watchers or anyone following a diet. Featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy fat-free Greek yogurt, and fragrant fresh dill, this chilled soup is elevated with a hint of garlic and zesty lemon juice for a flavorful punch. Ready in just 10 minutes and blended to silky smooth perfection, it’s a no-cook dish that’s ideal for hot summer days or as a light appetizer. Optional olive oil adds a touch of richness, while ice cubes provide an instant chill. Serve it garnished with cucumber slices or extra dill for a visually stunning, health-conscious meal that’s deliciously satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt (fat-free)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (optional)
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the cucumbers and cut them into chunks. Reserve a few slices for garnishing if desired.
In a blender, combine the cucumber chunks, plain Greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic clove, fresh lemon juice, olive oil (if using), water, salt, and ground black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and pulse a few times to chill and slightly thin the soup, if desired.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the soup to a large bowl or individual serving bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, garnish with reserved cucumber slices or additional fresh dill, if desired.
Serve chilled as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1631 mg | 35% | |
*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.
