Best 4 Cold Avocado Soup Sopa De Aguacate Recipes

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Calling all avocado enthusiasts! Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Cold Avocado Soup (Sopa de Aguacate), a refreshing and creamy soup bursting with vibrant avocado flavor. This tantalizing soup is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a symphony of textures, featuring velvety avocado, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion. Whether you're seeking a light and flavorful meal or a refreshing appetizer, this Cold Avocado Soup will undoubtedly satisfy your cravings. Dive into the vibrant world of avocado and uncover the secrets of crafting this delectable soup, along with two additional avocado-inspired recipes: a zesty Avocado Salsa and a luscious Avocado Ice Cream. Get ready to transform your kitchen into an avocado haven!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COLD AVOCADO SOUP: SOPA DE AGUACATE



Cold Avocado Soup: Sopa De Aguacate image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h15m

Yield about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro leaves
1 serrano chile, seeded and minced (wear rubber gloves)
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1/4 cup tequila
2 cups cold chicken broth
2 Mexican avocados (about 1 pound), pitted, peeled and chopped coarse
Kosher salt and white pepper
Garnish: 2 cups chopped, peeled seeded watermelon (optional)

Steps:

  • In a blender, blend cilantro and serrano with 1/4 cup orange juice until mixture forms a smooth paste. Add remaining 3/4 cup orange juice, zest, tequila, broth and avocados and blend until smooth. Pour mixture through a coarse sieve into a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Chill soup, covered, 2 hours, or until cold.
  • Serve topped with watermelon.

COLOMBIAN AVOCADO VICHYSSOISE (SOPA DE AGUACATE Y PAPAS)



Colombian Avocado Vichyssoise (Sopa De Aguacate Y Papas) image

A rich, yet delicate, first course. This cream-based soup made with avocados and potatoes can be served either hot or cold. It is ideal before a fish course. Allow more time if serving cold for the soup to cool and be refrigerated.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 leeks, sliced thin (white part only)
2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
3 cups vegetable stock, or
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 avocados, mashed
chives (for garnish) or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the stock over medium high heat. Add the leeks and potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree in blender, then return to saucepan. Stir in the heavy cream.
  • Puree avocado in the blender.
  • If serving hot, be sure to stir in the avocado just before serving, since heat can make the avocado bitter.
  • If serving cold, allow the soup to cool completely, then stir in the avocado puree and refrigerate.
  • Garnish with chopped chives or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 54.3, Sodium 414.5, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 6.7

SOPA DE AGUACATE



Sopa de Aguacate image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tequila     Blender     Orange     Avocado     Hot Pepper     Summer     Chill     Cilantro     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander leaves
1 serrano chile, seeded and minced (wear rubber gloves)
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1/4 cup tequila
2 cups cold chicken broth
2 California avocados (about 1 pound), pitted, peeled and chopped coarse
white pepper to taste
Garnish: 2 cups chopped, peeled seeded watermelon

Steps:

  • In a blender, blend coriander and serrano with 1/4 cup orange juice until mixture forms a smooth paste. Add remaining 3/4 cup orange juice, zest, Tequila, broth and avocados and blend until smooth. Pour mixture through a coarse sieve into a large bowl and add white pepper and salt to taste.
  • Chill soup, covered, 2 hours, or until cold.
  • Serve topped with watermelon.

CREMA DE AGUACATE -- CREAM OF AVOCADO SOUP (SOUTH AMERICA)



Crema De Aguacate -- Cream of Avocado Soup (South America) image

This recipe comes from the 2003 cookbook, The South American Table. Preparation time does not include the chilling & refrigeration time throughout the making of this recipe.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 tablespoon onion, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or less, to taste)
1 large Hass avocado, ripe, firm
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup crouton (optional)

Steps:

  • In a heavy 2-quart saucepan mix together the chicken broth, half-and-half, onion, salt, white pepper & hot pepper sauce.
  • Several hours before serving, peel the avocado, then pit & cut it into 1-inch pieces. Place in a medium, nonreactive bowl. sprinkle with lemon juice, then cover with plastic wrap & refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Just before serving, put 1/4 cup of the chicken broth mixture in a blender.
  • Bring the rest of the broth mixture to a boil in the 2-quart saucepan, then reduce heat to low.
  • Add avocado to the blender & process until smooth, then pass this mixture through a coarse-mesh sieve.
  • Add the sieved avocado mixture to the simmering broth & heat, BUT DO NOT LET IT COME TO A BOIL. Salt to taste.
  • Serve immediately with croutons (if using) on the side, or make it several hours ahead of time, cover with plastic wrap & let it cool, then chill completely before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color and slightly soft to the touch. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have blemishes.
  • Chill the ingredients: For a refreshing cold avocado soup, chill the avocados, cucumber, and broth before blending. You can also chill the bowls or glasses you will be serving the soup in.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy soup. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the soup in batches.
  • Season to taste: Once you've blended the soup, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, lime juice, or cilantro.
  • Serve with toppings: Serve the cold avocado soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include diced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Cold avocado soup is a delicious and refreshing summer soup that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, and it can be a part of a healthy diet. With its creamy texture and bright flavor, cold avocado soup is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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