Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our refreshing Avocado Cucumber Soup with Shrimp. This chilled soup is a symphony of creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and succulent shrimp, all harmonized in a tangy lime-cilantro dressing. Served with a side of crunchy tortilla strips and a dollop of sour cream, this soup is a delightful symphony of textures and tastes. For a delightful vegetarian alternative, try our equally delectable Avocado Cucumber Soup with Corn and Black Bean Salsa. This plant-based delight features sweet corn, hearty black beans, and a zesty salsa made with fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Served with crispy tortilla strips and a sprinkle of cotija cheese, this soup is a vibrant and satisfying meal. For an elegant appetizer or light lunch, our Avocado Cucumber Gazpacho is a refreshing and sophisticated choice. This chilled soup combines the coolness of cucumber, the richness of avocado, and the acidity of tomatoes in a harmonious blend. Served with a drizzle of olive oil and a garnish of fresh herbs, this gazpacho is sure to impress your guests.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP WITH SHRIMP
Think beyond guacamole and toast and try avocados in a bright summery soup.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Thinly slice 1/2 lemon and put in a medium saucepan with 4 cups water, the garlic, bay leaf and a big pinch each of salt and pepper. Grate ½ teaspoon lemon zest and juice the remaining 1 1/2 lemons; set aside.
- Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat. Add the shrimp and poach until just cooked through, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon; reserve the saucepan and poaching liquid. Refrigerate the shrimp until chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, combine the peas, parsley and 1/2 cup pea shoots in a blender (preferably a high-speed blender). Add the garlic from the poaching liquid plus 1 1/4 cups poaching liquid. Carefully blend until smooth. Add 1 cup ice cubes, then add the avocados, scallions, tarragon, the reserved lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Blend until very smooth, thinning with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 20 minutes or up to 1 hour.
- Stir the soup and thin with cold water, if needed. Add more lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Divide the soup among shallow bowls.
- Toss the chilled shrimp with 1 teaspoon each lemon juice and avocado oil and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Put in the middle of the soup and top with the remaining 1/4 cup pea shoots. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons avocado oil.
AVOCADO-CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SHRIMP
Pureed avocado and yogurt gives this chilled soup its creamy texture. To save time, try our quick-cooling method. (See note below.)
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine half the cucumber and 1 avocado with the yogurt, lime juice, jalapeno, scallions, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 cup ice water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Puree until completely smooth. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Cut remaining avocado into 1/4-inch cubes. Stir avocado and remaining cucumber into soup. Thin with 1/2 to 1 cup ice water, as desired. Season again with salt and pepper. Chill, about 1 hour.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp, turning once, until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with shrimp and remaining tablespoon cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 g, Fat 17 g, Protein 7 g
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SHRIMP
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 2h20m
Yield 9 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the yogurt, half-and-half, cucumbers, red onion, scallions, salt, and pepper. Transfer the mixture in batches to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process until the cucumbers are coarsely pureed and then pour into another bowl. Continue processing the soup until all of it is pureed. Fold in the dill, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until very cold.
- Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice. Serve chilled, garnished with the shrimp, lemon, and fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 95 milligrams, Sodium 1698 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 6 grams
CHILLED CUCUMBER, AVOCADO AND SHRIMP SOUP
A delightfully refreshing chilled soup -- this recipe is perfect for a hot summer day, a BBQ or even dinner party. The presentation is simple yet elegant, and the soup itself is so good and easy to prepare. There are other avocado/cucumber soup recipes posted here at Zaar, but this one is different and contains an additional ingredient: shrimp! :) This recipe was adapted from a similar one found in HomeBasics magazine. Also note that "Cook Time" is the time required for proper chilling.
Provided by grumblebee
Categories Citrus
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 generous portions, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Wrap half the avocado in plastic wrap and set aside.
- Peel the other half of the avocado, then cut it into chunks.
- Place the avocado, cucumber, broth, yogurt, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a blender. Process until smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until very cold.
- To serve, peel and dice the remaining avocado half. Stir the avocado into the soup along with the diced shrimp.
- Ladle the soup into 4 bowls, sprinkle with green onions and float a single shrimp on top of each.
AVOCADO-CUCUMBER SOUP
This simple but elegant soup graced the table at one of the monthly luncheons held by the Thursday Afternoon Cooking Club, an organization of Wichita, Kan., women that has been meeting since 1894. Each month, the 24 women of the club gather over their best tableware to share recipes and cooking tips. English cucumbers work well for this recipe, but cucumbers fresh from the garden are a great choice if you have them. The soup could also be blended and served chilled in small cups and passed around on a tray for a cocktail party.
Provided by Kim Severson
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, quick, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine yogurt, half and half, salt and pepper in a large container and mix until smooth. Stir in avocados, cucumbers, onion and chicken broth. Taste and check for seasoning. Chill overnight. Serve very cold. Garnish with chives, bacon and almonds to taste.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP WITH AVOCADO TOAST
A chilled cucumber soup, whirled together in the blender to serve as an instant dinner, is one of the quiet rewards of midsummer. The trick to making it hearty enough is to not stint on the seasonings, especially when something as mild as cucumber is the main ingredient. Garlic, plenty of herbs, jalapeño and anchovy add plenty of flavor, while buttermilk contributes a creamy, light texture. You could serve this with nothing more than some crusty or toasted bread on the side and be satisfied, but a topping of soft avocado dressed with a little lemon juice and feta cheese fills out the meal nicely. And the muted green colors of avocado toast and cucumber soup look as cooling as they taste.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, soups and stews
Time 15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In the bowl of a blender or food processor, combine cucumber, buttermilk, garlic, anchovy, scallions, jalapeño, fresh herbs, sherry vinegar and salt. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Smash avocado slices on the toasted bread. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, squeeze the juice of the lemon half over the top and finish each with a drizzle of olive oil and some pepper. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Distribute soup between 4 bowls and garnish with raw corn kernels and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve avocado toast on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 235, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 729 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
COLD AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER SOUP WITH DILL
Provided by Jhumpa Lahiri
Categories easy, lunch, quick, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, purée garlic, cucumber and avocado, scraping down sides if necessary. Add buttermilk, 3/4 cup water, dill, salt, a pinch of cayenne, black pepper and half the orange juice. Blend until smooth.
- Add remaining orange juice in increments until you like the flavor. Cover and refrigerate. Serve soup chilled, garnished, if desired, with shrimp tossed with olive oil and lime juice.
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or black and slightly soft to the touch. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have brown spots.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the avocados: This will help prevent the avocados from browning and make them easier to peel and slice.
- Remove the pit from the avocados: Use a sharp knife to cut around the pit and then scoop it out with a spoon.
- Use fresh shrimp: If possible, use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Cook the shrimp properly: Shrimp should be cooked until they are opaque and pink. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth: The vegetable broth is an important part of the soup, so use a good quality broth that has a lot of flavor.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Avocado cucumber soup with shrimp is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture, fresh flavors, and healthy ingredients, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give avocado cucumber soup with shrimp a try.
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