Best 2 Cold Cantaloupe And Mint Soup Recipes

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Cool down this summer with a refreshing cold cantaloupe and mint soup. This delightful soup is made with fresh cantaloupe, mint, and a hint of lime, making it the perfect balance of sweet and savory. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner, or as a refreshing appetizer. This recipe also includes variations for a creamy cantaloupe and mint soup, and a vegan cantaloupe and mint soup, so you can customize it to your dietary preferences.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COLD HONEYDEW AND MINT SOUP IN CANTALOUPE



Cold Honeydew and Mint Soup in Cantaloupe image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Food Processor     Freeze/Chill     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Lime     Cantaloupe     Honeydew     Mint     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 cups, serving 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 large honeydew melon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed and spun dry, plus, if desired, 6 mint sprigs for garnish
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
3 cantaloupes, halved and trimmed decoratively

Steps:

  • In a blender in batches or in a food processor purée the honeydew, the mint leaves, the lime juice, the sugar to taste, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth, transfer the soup to a bowl, and chill it, covered, for a least 1 hour or overnight. The soup may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Arrange the cantaloupe halves on 6 small plates, ladle the soup into them, and garnish each serving with a mint sprig.

COLD CANTALOUPE AND MINT SOUP



Cold Cantaloupe and Mint Soup image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Cantaloupe     Mint     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 cups, serving 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lime
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup sugar
1 cantaloupe (about 2 1/2 pounds)
3/4 cup chilled sweet Gewürztraminer (see note, above)
Garnish: fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • With a vegetable peeler remove zest from lime in strips. In a saucepan simmer water, zest, mint, and sugar, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let mixture stand 15 minutes. Pour mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on solids, and discard solids. Cool syrup to room temperature.
  • Halve and seed cantaloupe. Working in 2 batches, scoop flesh into a blender and purée with syrup until smooth, transferring to a large bowl as pur ed. Stir in wine. Chill soup, covered, until cold, at least 2 hours, and up to 1 day. Skim any foam from top. Serve soup garnished with mint.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and fragrant cantaloupe for the best flavor.
  • Use a blender or immersion blender to achieve a smooth and creamy soup consistency.
  • Adjust the amount of honey or agave syrup to taste, depending on the sweetness of the cantaloupe.
  • For a refreshing and light soup, serve chilled.
  • Garnish with fresh mint leaves, cantaloupe balls, or a drizzle of olive oil for an extra touch of flavor.
  • You can also add other fruits, such as honeydew melon, watermelon, or pineapple, to the soup for a variation in flavor.

Conclusion:

Cold Cantaloupe and Mint Soup is a delightful and refreshing summer soup that is easy to make and packed with flavor. With its vibrant green color and sweet and tangy taste, this soup is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, a light lunch, or a refreshing snack, this soup is sure to please everyone. So next time you have a surplus of cantaloupe, give this recipe a try and enjoy the delicious and healthy benefits of this summer fruit.

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