Cream of Watermelon Soup
Cool off on a hot summer day with this refreshing and silky Cream of Watermelon Soup, a unique no-cook recipe that's as delightful as it sounds. Sweet and hydrating watermelon takes center stage, blended to perfection with creamy Greek yogurt, invigorating fresh mint, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A splash of lime juice brightens the flavors, while a dash of salt and freshly ground black pepper adds an unexpected savory twist. Crisp cucumber enhances the texture, making every spoonful feel indulgent yet light. Serve this chilled soup as a vibrant starter or a healthy dessert, garnished with juicy watermelon cubes and mint for a presentation that wows. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the ultimate go-to recipe for summer entertaining or a quick cooling treat during warmer months.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon (seedless, cubed)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.13 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Cucumber (peeled, deseeded, and chopped)
- 0.5 cup Watermelon cubes (for garnish, optional)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into cubes and ensuring it is seedless. Measure out 4 cups of cubed watermelon.
In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes, Greek yogurt, fresh mint leaves, honey, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and chopped cucumber.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Depending on your blender, you may need to scrape down the sides to ensure all ingredients are evenly blended.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning by adding more lime juice, salt, or honey if needed to balance the flavors.
Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the refreshing experience.
Before serving, stir the soup well and pour it into individual bowls or serving glasses.
Optional: Garnish each serving with a few small watermelon cubes and a fresh mint leaf for a vibrant presentation.
Serve chilled and enjoy this light, summery soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 685 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.7 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1318 mg | 28% | |
*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.
