Mexican Cucumber Yogurt Soup
Cool down on a hot day with this refreshing Mexican Cucumber Yogurt Soup, a vibrant fusion of creamy and zesty flavors. Perfect as a quick no-cook appetizer or light meal, this chilled soup combines crisp cucumbers, tangy plain Greek yogurt, and a burst of fresh cilantro, all blended to silky perfection. A hint of jalapeño and a dash of ground cumin add subtle heat and earthy depth, while bright lime juice ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe can be customized with delicious toppings like diced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, or crunchy tortilla strips. Ideal for summer entertaining or a refreshing lunch, this Mexican-inspired soup is a healthy and flavorful way to revive your palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
- 1 small Jalapeño pepper
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Cold water
- Optional toppings: diced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, or tortilla strips
Instructions
Peel the cucumbers and cut them into chunks. Reserve a few thin slices for garnish, if desired.
Remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper for a milder flavor, or keep them for extra spice. Chop the pepper into smaller pieces.
In a blender, combine the cucumber chunks, plain Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, jalapeño pepper, garlic clove, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and cold water.
Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more lime juice, salt, or pepper to taste).
Transfer the soup to a large bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and to chill the soup.
Before serving, give the soup a good stir. Divide it into bowls and garnish with any combination of diced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, tortilla strips, or reserved cucumber slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Mexican-inspired dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
751 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1337 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.7 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 601 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2125 mg | 45% | |
*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.
