Iced Coconut Soup Cayman Islands Caribbean
Escape to the sun-soaked shores of the Caribbean with this refreshing Iced Coconut Soup from the Cayman Islands. This chilled, no-cook recipe is a tropical twist on traditional gazpacho, blending creamy coconut milk with zesty lime juice, a touch of honey or agave, and the warming essence of fresh ginger. Crisp cucumber, vibrant scallions, and fragrant cilantro add layers of texture and flavor, creating a perfectly balanced dish that's both cooling and satisfying. Served over crushed ice and garnished with toasted shredded coconut, this soup is a stunning appetizer or light lunch for hot summer days. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to infuse your menu with Caribbean flair, making it ideal for entertaining or an exotic escape at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Coconut milk (full-fat, unsweetened)
- 0.5 cup Shredded fresh coconut (optional: toasted for garnish)
- 1 cup Vegetable broth (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1 cup Cucumber (seeded and finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Scallions (finely chopped, green parts only)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 1 cup Crushed ice or ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, vegetable broth, fresh lime juice, honey (or agave syrup), grated ginger, and sea salt until well combined.
Add the finely diced cucumber, chopped scallions, and chopped cilantro to the mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice or salt if necessary to balance the flavors.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the soup to chill thoroughly.
Just before serving, give the soup a gentle stir. Divide it into individual serving bowls or glasses and add a handful of crushed ice or a few ice cubes to each portion.
For optional garnish, sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top or add a small sprig of cilantro for a vibrant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Cayman Islands-style iced coconut soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.0 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.0 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1386 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*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.
