Sugar-Free Chilled Melon Soup
Cool off with this refreshing and naturally sweet Sugar-Free Chilled Melon Soup, a vibrant no-cook dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. This silky-smooth soup blends the juicy goodness of ripe cantaloupe and honeydew melons with zesty lime juice and fresh mint, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep and no added sugar, this recipe is an ideal summer appetizer or guilt-free dessert. Garnished with sprigs of mint, it's not only light and hydrating but also effortlessly elegant for any occasion. Serve it chilled to highlight its crisp, fruity notes, making it a delightful way to stay cool and satisfied.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cantaloupe melon
- 1 large Honeydew melon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 4 sprigs Mint sprigs
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- 1 cup Cold water
Instructions
1. Cut both the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half and remove the seeds using a spoon.
2. Using a sharp knife, remove the skins and cut the melon flesh into small chunks.
3. In a blender, combine the cantaloupe, honeydew, lime juice, mint leaves, a pinch of salt, and cold water.
4. Blend the ingredients together until smooth and homogenous, ensuring there are no large pieces left.
5. Taste the soup and adjust the lime juice or salt if necessary to suit your palette.
6. Transfer the blended soup to a large bowl or pitcher and cover. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to chill thoroughly.
7. Before serving, stir the soup well. Pour the chilled melon soup into bowls and garnish each with a sprig of mint.
8. Serve immediately for a refreshing sugar-free appetizer or dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.2 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 8617 mg | 183% | |
*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.
