Yogurt and Cucumber Soup
Cool down on a hot day with this refreshing Yogurt and Cucumber Soup, a smooth and creamy chilled dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Made with tangy Greek yogurt, hydrating cucumber, and a fragrant blend of fresh dill and mint, this no-cook recipe is both light and satisfying. A touch of garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil enhances its vibrant taste, while freshly ground black pepper adds just the right amount of spice. Perfectly balanced and quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this soup is served ice-cold with a garnish of crisp cucumber and a drizzle of olive oil for an elegant presentation. Ideal as a starter or light meal, it’s the ultimate recipe for effortless summer dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Peel and deseed the cucumbers. Slice one cucumber into small cubes for garnish and roughly chop the other for blending.
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely.
In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, fresh dill, fresh mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water.
Blend until smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is creamy.
Adjust seasoning to taste and add extra lemon juice or salt if needed.
Pour the soup into a bowl and stir in the ice cubes to chill it further.
Refrigerate the soup for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld together.
To serve, divide the soup into bowls, top with the diced cucumber, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh dill or mint.
Enjoy your chilled yogurt and cucumber soup immediately for a cool and refreshing meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1354 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1295 mg | 28% | |
*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.
