Indulge in the refreshing goodness of chilled cucumber soup, a culinary delight that offers a symphony of flavors and textures. This cool and creamy soup, crafted with the essence of crisp cucumbers, is a perfect remedy for hot summer days or as a light and healthy appetizer.
The diverse recipes featured in this article cater to various dietary preferences and culinary skills. From the classic chilled cucumber soup recipe, which embodies the simplicity and purity of fresh cucumbers, to the avocado and cucumber gazpacho recipe that adds a creamy and tangy twist, each variation promises a unique taste experience.
For those seeking a vegan alternative, the chilled cucumber and avocado soup recipe offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, while the chilled cucumber soup with yogurt recipe adds a touch of richness and tanginess. Additionally, the chilled cucumber and dill soup recipe infuses a refreshing herbaceousness, and the chilled cucumber and mint soup recipe tantalizes the senses with its aromatic and invigorating flavors.
With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes make it easy to recreate these culinary gems in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, embark on a culinary journey and discover the delightful world of chilled cucumber soup, a versatile and refreshing dish that will surely impress your taste buds and leave you feeling rejuvenated.
CHILLED CREAMY CUCUMBER SOUP
Steps:
- Peel cucumber and remove seeds. Grate to yield 3 cups. In food processor combine cucumbers, yogurt, garlic, honey and a squirt of lemon. Snip in dill. Process until smooth. Slowly add water until creamy. Season with salt and pepper and continue processing. Pour into a bowl. Chill. Serve.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
"This is a wonderful way to use up all those cucumbers that seem to be ready at the same time," writes Shirley Kidd of New London, Minnesota. "I's so refreshing on hot summer days."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut 4 thin slices of cucumber; set aside for garnish. Peel and finely chop remaining cucumbers. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, sour cream, sugar, dill, salt, pepper, green onions and chopped cucumbers. , Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with cucumber slices and, if desired, fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 445mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHILLED MELON, CUCUMBER, AND MINT SOUP
For an extra hint of sweetness, drizzle the soup with a bit of honey just before serving.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel, halve, and seed 2 cucumbers, then coarsely chop. (You should have about 4 1/2 cups.) Halve and seed remaining (unpeeled) cucumber; cut into a 1/4-inch dice. Working in batches, puree chopped cucumbers, melon, 1/2 cup lime juice, mint, and ice in a food processor or blender. Season with salt and more lime juice. Transfer soup to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 2 hours.
- Smear 1/4 cup yogurt onto two sides of each serving bowl. Spoon chilled soup into bowls, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with diced cucumbers and mint. Serve, with lime wedges.
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
CHILLED CUCUMBER-DILL SOUP
Another way to use up all those cucumbers that spring off the vine in summer. This is a spicy dill cucumber soup chilled to take down the heat a notch in summer. This soup is great made a day ahead and keeps for 3 days. Serve with some thin wheat crackers.
Provided by Cheryl
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set 1/4 cup of cubed cucumber aside.
- Place remaining cucumbers, 1/4 cup onion, 1/4 cup celery, 1/4 cup carrots, jalapeno peppers, Greek yogurt, sour cream, sugar, garlic powder, dill, salt, and pepper into the bowl of an 8-cup electric blender or food processor and pulse until all ingredients are just blended.
- Pour into a large bowl and stir in reserved 1/4 cup cucumber and remaining onion, celery, and carrots to add a little crunch to an otherwise creamy mixture. Taste for salt and pepper, adding more if desired.
- Place into the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 419.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Judy Goldwasser
Categories Soup/Stew Vegetarian Yogurt Cucumber Chill
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers and cut them in half, scraping out seeds. Sprinkle the cucumbers with salt and let them stand 30 minutes. Drain excess water.
- Chop the cucumbers coarsely and put the pieces in the blender along with scallions, dill, lemon juice, buttermilk, and yogurt. Blend at high speed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill well before serving.
CHILLED CUCUMBER MINT SOUP
A simple and refreshing summer starter, this soup only takes minutes to make.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut one of the cucumbers into small dice, and set aside for garnish. Cut the others into large chunks. Combine cucumber chunks, garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, and water in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Add scallions and mint leaves, reserving some of the mint for garnish, and puree briefly. Season with salt and pepper, and add more lemon juice if a tarter flavor is desired.
- Chill until ready to serve. Stir well before serving, and ladle into bowls or mugs, garnishing each serving with a big spoonful of diced cucumber and a sprig of mint.
CHILLED CUCUMBER YOGURT SOUP
A zesty Mediterranean soup for hot summer nights. Feel free to increase or decrease the amount of lemon and garlic depending on your taste. For a creamier version, throw in a half avocado.
Provided by mbl
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cold Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the grated cucumber, lemon juice, mint, dill, garlic, yogurt, olive oil, and salt in a large mixing bowl; stir with a large spoon. Pour the mixture into a blender; blend on high speed until smooth. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator until ready to serve. Divide the soup between four bowls; top each serving with about 1 tablespoon raisins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 676.6 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
CHILLED CUCUMBER AND POTATO SOUP WITH DILL
This healthful take on vichyssoise swaps in cucumbers for leeks and gets its creaminess from low-fat buttermilk. Cucumber spears are a crisp foil to the velvety soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Time 2h40m
Yield Makes 5 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion until soft, about 3 minutes. Add potato; cook, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, about 3 minutes. Add cucumbers, and season with pepper; cook until almost tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add stock, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until ingredients are tender, about 12 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Working in batches, puree mixture in a blender until smooth. (For safety, remove cap from hole in lid, and cover with a dish towel to prevent spattering.) Transfer mixture to a large bowl; stir in buttermilk, dill, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours. Divide soup among 4 glasses, and garnish each with a cucumber spear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 113 g
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.
CHILLED CREAM OF CUCUMBER SOUP
I have to be honest here. I really dislike cucumbers and dill and I have never tried this soup BUT I have made it for a summer cook out on the very high praise of the lady who gave it to me. It was well liked by my husband and the couple we had invited to dinner that night. I'm passing it along so that cuke fans might enjoy it. As written this is made for 2 but I doubled it it seemed to be fine. Cook time is chill time.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Coarsely purée cucumbers in a blender or food processor.
- Transfer to a metal bowl and whisk in remaining ingredients and salt to taste.
- Cover bowl and chill 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve in chilled bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 117.3, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 12.6, Protein 7
CHILLED CUCUMBER AND YOGURT SOUP
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil over medium high flame and saute garlic and onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add cucumbers and cook (stirring) for about 5 minutes more. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 12 minutes. Let cool to room temperature and puree in blender or food processer. Stir in yogurt and dill. Season with salt and pepper and keep chilled until ready to serve. Serve in chilled bowls.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SMOKED SALMON AND DILL
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add cucumbers and potato; stir 1 minute. Add broth, dill sprigs, and 1 teaspoon salt. Increase heat and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until cucumbers and potato are tender, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Working in batches, puree soup in processor until smooth. Return to pot. Cool 15 minutes. Whisk in 1/2 cup crème fraîche and 4 tablespoons minced dill. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.) Taste soup, adding more salt if desired. Ladle soup into 6 bowls. Place dollop of crème fraîche in center of each bowl; sprinkle with smoked salmon and remaining 2 tablespoons minced dill.
CHILLED CREAM OF CUCUMBER SOUP
"We grow lots of cukes in North Carolina, and plenty are available from friends if you don't happen to have a garden," writes Doris Heath of Franklin, North Carolina. "This is a good make-ahead summer soup that is so cool and refreshing. If people like cucumbers, they will enjoy this-even those who say they don't care for cold soup."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Slice 1/3 cup cucumbers; refrigerate. Chop the remaining cucumbers and add to onion mixture. Add the broth, dill, vinegar and salt; bring to a boil. Gradually add farina, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until pureed. Pour into a container; refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, whisk in 1/2 cup sour cream. Garnish each serving with reserved cucumber slices and 1 tablespoon sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 707mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHILLED CUCUMBER, BASIL, AND MINT SOUP
Flecks of herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a dash of hot sauce add zing to the cool cucumber in this no-cook soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Puree sour cream, basil, mint, scallion, and water in a blender. Add cucumber. Pulse until just combined but still slightly chunky.
- Stir in lemon juice and hot sauce, and season with salt. Chill soup at least 3 hours (soup is best served the same day). Top each serving with thin cucumber slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 4 g
CHILLED CUCUMBER AVOCADO SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Blender Freeze/Chill No-Cook Quick & Easy Lunch Avocado Cucumber Summer Chill Gourmet Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups, serving 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large measuring cup combine the buttermilk and enough ice cubes to measure 1 1/2 cups total. In a blender blend the buttermilk mixture with half the cucumber, the avocado, peeled and pitted, the broth, the lemon juice, and the cumin until the mixture is smooth. Divide the soup between chilled bowls and stir half the remaining cucumber into each serving.
CHILLED CUCUMBER-YOGURT SOUP WITH RADISHES
Steps:
- Combine yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, salt, cumin, curry and ginger in blender. Puree until smooth. Strain through fine sieve into large bowl. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top with radishes and serve.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
Mmm. With a salad, it's a good light meal, or try it as a side with grilled chicken. Serve with lemon wheels and dill as a garnish.
Provided by Beckerkorn
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cucumber, green onions, lemon juice, dill, yogurt, chicken stock, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth; chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 344.8 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
CHILLED TOMATILLO AND CUCUMBER SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Sauté Cucumber Summer Chill Tomatillo Jalapeño Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Char poblano chilies over gas flame or under broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag; cool 10 minutes. Peel and seed chilies, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; saut 5 minutes. Add tomatillos and cucumber; saut until onion begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add broth and poblano chilies; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tomatillos are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in jalape‱os, lime juice and cilantro. Cool completely. Working in batches, puree soup in blender. Transfer to large bowl; stir in cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill soup until cold, at least 3 hours or overnight. Divide soup among 6 bowls. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.
- *Fresh green chilies, often called pasillas; available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the cucumber and tomatoes in a blender, reserving 1/4 cup of each for garnish. Add the bell pepper, onion, vinegar, 1 teaspoon each dill and parsley, 1 clove garlic and the sugar; puree until smooth. Pass through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Season with 1 teaspoon salt. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, make the croutons: Heat the remaining clove garlic with the olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the bread cubes and the remaining 3 teaspoons each dill and parsley. Cook, stirring, until golden and crunchy, 10 to 15 minutes. Discard the garlic.
- Pour the soup into chilled bowls. Dice the reserved cucumber and tomatoes; sprinkle into the soup. Garnish with the croutons.
Tips:
- Prep Your Cucumbers: Peel and deseed the cucumbers for a smoother texture and to remove any bitterness.
- Chill Before Serving: For maximum refreshment, chill the soup thoroughly before serving; this allows the flavors to meld and enhances its coolness.
- Fresh Herbs and Spices: Add some freshness to your soup with chopped herbs like dill, mint, chives, and cilantro. For a bit of warmth, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a touch of cumin.
- Texture Variation: Experiment with the texture of your soup. You can make it chunky by leaving some cucumber pieces larger or puree it until it's completely smooth.
- Yogurt or Sour Cream: To add a creamy element, consider stirring in yogurt or sour cream. If you prefer a vegan option, use dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt or cashew cream.
Conclusion:
Chilled cucumber soup is a delightful summer treat that is refreshing, healthy, and versatile. With its simplicity and vibrant flavors, this classic soup is sure to become a regular in your warm-weather recipe rotation. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, a light lunch, or a refreshing dinner, this soup is guaranteed to cool you down and tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your fresh ingredients, grab your blender, and indulge in the delightful flavors of chilled cucumber soup!
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