Swedish Strawberry Mint Soup
Immerse yourself in the refreshing flavors of Swedish Strawberry Mint Soup, a sophisticated chilled dessert that blends summer's sweetness with herbal freshness. Featuring succulent strawberries, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh mint leaves, this Scandinavian-inspired recipe strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. Thickened with cornstarch for a velvety texture, this vibrant soup is best served chilled, making it ideal for warm-weather gatherings. Garnish with a swirl of creamy indulgence, whole strawberries, and mint sprigs for a show-stopping presentation. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with natural fruitiness, this unique dish is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a light treat, it’s the ultimate combination of elegance and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams strawberries
- 250 milliliters water
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for garnish)
- 3 whole fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)
- 2 sprigs mint sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries. Cut them in half if they are large.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the strawberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The strawberries should soften and release their juices.
Add the mint leaves to the saucepan and simmer for 1 additional minute. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a regular blender and blend, then pour it back into the saucepan.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the strawberry soup while stirring constantly.
Return the saucepan to low heat and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the soup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Once cool, transfer the soup to a bowl or container, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
When ready to serve, ladle the chilled soup into bowls. Optionally, drizzle a small amount of heavy cream on top for garnish. You can also garnish with fresh strawberries and sprigs of mint for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 106 mg | 2% | |
*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.
