Picnic Orange Apricot Yogurt Soup
Cool, creamy, and bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, this Picnic Orange Apricot Yogurt Soup is a refreshing twist on traditional chilled soups. Made with fresh orange juice, sweet dried apricots, and velvety Greek yogurt, this no-cook recipe is perfectly balanced with a touch of honey, a dash of ground cinnamon, and a hint of fresh mint. Ready in just 15 minutes and chilled to perfection, it’s an ideal make-ahead dish for outdoor gatherings, picnics, or light summer meals. The addition of orange zest offers a fragrant finishing touch, while its silky texture and natural sweetness make it both satisfying and sophisticated. Serve in bowls or glasses for a delightful and portable treat on warm days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh orange juice
- 1 cup Dried apricots
- 1.5 cups Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Cold water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
Instructions
1. Chop the dried apricots into small pieces and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the fresh orange juice, chopped apricots, Greek yogurt, honey, ground cinnamon, cold water, and salt.
3. Blend the mixture until completely smooth. This may take 2-3 minutes to ensure the apricots are fully pureed.
4. Taste the soup and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if needed.
5. Transfer the soup to a large bowl or container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill completely.
6. Before serving, give the soup a quick stir and garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of orange zest.
7. Serve chilled in bowls or glasses for a refreshing and portable picnic treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 718 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.8 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2176 mg | 46% | |
*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.
