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.

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

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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