Best 9 Cucumber Soup With Soy And Scallions Recipes

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Indulge in the refreshing and rejuvenating flavors of cucumber soup, a culinary delight that combines the crispness of cucumbers, the umami richness of soy sauce, and the aromatic freshness of scallions. This soup offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a light and healthy meal. Our collection of cucumber soup recipes caters to diverse preferences, from classic and traditional to innovative and modern variations. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the vibrant world of cucumber soup, discovering the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your culinary cravings.

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

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP



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Cold and refreshing, cucumber soup is a great recipe for a hot summer day and couldn't be easier to prepare. It takes only 10 minutes from start to finish and requires no cooking!

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Soup     Make-ahead     Quick and Easy

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
2 tablespoons chopped onion (white, red, or green)
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch black pepper

Steps:

  • Prep the cucumbers, onion, and dill: Peel, seed, and roughly chop the cucumbers. Chop the onion and dill.
  • Blend: Put all of the ingredients into a blender and pulse until completely smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste. Add more salt and pepper if needed. At this point you can make ahead and chill.
  • Chill the soup: Chill in a container in the refrigerator until cold.
  • Serve: Pour into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a feather of dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 223 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize Makes 3 to 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

COOL CUCUMBER SOUP



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings, serving size: 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups plain nonfat yogurt
1 English cucumber (about 1 pound), cut into chunks
1 scallion, white and green parts, coarsely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium tomato (about 5 ounces), seeded and diced
2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the yogurt, cucumber, scallion and dill. Pulse until pureed. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Ladle into individual bowls. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons of diced tomato, drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and garnish with a dill sprig.
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium
  • Good source of: Vitamin K.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calorie, Fat 2.5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 140 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams

SIMPLE CUCUMBER SOUP



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The most simple yet one of the best soups I had so far. A simplified version of my mum's cucumber soup. No need for salt, pepper, or seasonings, just a good vegetable broth. I like to have it with a good slice of toasted bread and some good cheese.

Provided by virgi

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 large English cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
2 small zucchinis, peeled and thinly sliced
3 cups vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Melt butter with the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in the butter mixture until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add cucumber and zucchini slices; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour vegetable broth over the mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer until the vegetables are cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and cool a few minutes.
  • Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid in place with a towel; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 500.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ASIAN-STYLE CUCUMBER SOUP



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium cucumbers
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice or white wine vinegar
1 small chili, stemmed, seeded and minced, or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
2 teaspoons sugar
3 cups chicken stock, chilled
1/2 cup minced scallions, both white and green parts
1 cup chopped watercress or arugula (optional)
1 cup roughly chopped cilantro, mint, Thai basil or a combination

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Slice cucumbers as thinly as possible (a mandoline is ideal for this). Mix them in a bowl with soy sauce, vinegar, chili and sugar, then refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  • Add stock, scallions, watercress or arugula if you like, and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning. Just before serving, garnish with herb or herbs of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 922 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOY, GINGER AND GARLIC



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The trick to any sliced cucumber salad is to slice the cucumbers as thin as you can and to purge them by salting them before making the salad so the dressing doesn't get watered down by the cucumber juice.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large thin-skinned cucumbers (about 1 1/2 pounds), thinly sliced
Salt, to taste
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 small garlic clove, minced, or granulated garlic or garlic flakes to taste
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons sunflower oil or grapeseed oil
1 bunch scallions, white and light green parts, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the cucumbers with a generous amount of salt and let sit in a colander in the sink for 15 minutes. Rinse and dry on a kitchen towel. Transfer to a salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, cayenne, and pepper. Whisk in the sesame oil and the sunflower or grapeseed oil. Toss with the cucumbers, scallions, and cilantro. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP



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Provided by Judy Goldwasser

Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Cucumber     Chill

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cucumbers
1/2 cup chopped parsley
6 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 quart buttermilk
1 pint yogurt
Salt and freshly ground pepper

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.

CUCUMBER SOUP I



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This puree can be served either hot or cold. Garnish with sliced cucumber and chopped parsley. Try substituting dill for the tarragon, if you like.

Provided by Richard

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cucumbers
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
2 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon farina
salt to taste
⅛ tablespoon dried tarragon
½ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Peel, seed, and chop 2 cucumbers.
  • Cook the chopped scallions in the margarine until soft. Add the chopped cucumbers and the wine vinegar. Pour in the broth, and stir in the farina. Salt to taste, and add tarragon. Let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cucumbers are soft.
  • Put the soup into a blender, and puree it.
  • Pour the puree into a bowl, and whisk in the sour cream. Taste the soup for seasoning. Pour the soup into bowls, and garnish with cucumber slices and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 563.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CUCUMBER SOUP



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The guests are hungry, and dinner's not yet on the table. You could set out a tray of cheese and crackers. But if surprise and delight drive your menu choices (keeping an eye, all the while, on simplicity and efficiency), there are other options, like this velvety cucumber soup.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups, 12 small servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, chopped
1/2 ripe avocado, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
Salt
1 tablespoon avocado oil

Steps:

  • Purée cucumbers, avocado and lime juice in a food processor or blender. Transfer to a bowl. If you used a food processor, strain the mixture first. Stir in 1 cup cold water. Mixture should be pouring consistency. Season with salt.
  • Transfer to a container or pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour into small cups or shot glasses. Drizzle a few drops of avocado oil on top of each. Set cups or glasses on a tray to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 99, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CUCUMBER COLLINS



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Provided by Jonathan Miles

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ounce simple syrup
2 ounces gin
4 or 5 slices cucumber
Club soda, to top Mint sprig

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle cucumber slices, lemon juice and simple syrup. Add gin, along with ice, and shake. Strain over fresh ice into a Collins glass, then top with soda. Garnish with the mint sprig.

Tips:

  • To make the soup more flavorful, use a combination of different types of cucumbers, such as English cucumbers, Persian cucumbers, and Kirby cucumbers.
  • If you don't have any fresh ginger on hand, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger instead.
  • Be careful not to overcook the cucumbers, as they will become mushy.
  • If you want a smoother soup, you can purée it with an immersion blender or in a regular blender.
  • Garnish the soup with thinly sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Conclusion:

This cucumber soup is a refreshing and light dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a good way to use up any extra cucumbers you may have on hand. The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, if you like spicy food, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. If you prefer a more tangy soup, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or rice vinegar. No matter how you choose to make it, this cucumber soup is sure to be a hit.

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