Okroshka Chilled Yogurt Soup
Cool, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors, Okroshka Chilled Yogurt Soup is the perfect summertime dish to beat the heat. This classic Eastern European recipe combines creamy plain yogurt with crisp cucumbers, peppery radishes, and tender cooked potatoes, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Protein-rich chicken breast or ham, hard-boiled eggs, and a medley of fresh dill, parsley, and scallions add depth and brightness to every spoonful. Enhanced with a tangy hint of lemon juice and a touch of mustard, this cold soup requires minimal cooking and is ready in just 30 minutes. Simply chill, serve, and savor its refreshing goodness, making it an ideal choice for light lunches or dinner starters. Keywords: chilled yogurt soup, okroshka recipe, cold summer soup, easy yogurt soup, creamy cucumber soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Plain yogurt
- 250 ml Cold water
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 6 small Radishes
- 2 small Cooked potatoes
- 150 g Cooked chicken breast or ham
- 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 2 stalks Scallions (green onions)
- 1 tsp Mustard
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare all the ingredients: Dice the cucumber, radishes, cooked potatoes, and chicken breast (or ham) into small, bite-sized cubes. Chop the hard-boiled eggs, scallions, dill, and parsley finely.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt and cold water. Whisk together until smooth and slightly thin. Add in the mustard and lemon juice, and whisk again to blend.
3. Gradually stir in the diced vegetables, protein (chicken or ham), and chopped herbs. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting if necessary.
5. Cover the bowl and let the soup chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Before serving, taste the soup again and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve cold, garnished with additional dill and a wedge of lemon, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 570 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 92.3 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.9 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 1116 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 3043 mg | 65% | |
*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.
