Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Delphey's Cold Cucumber Soup, accompanied by a velvety Beet Mousseline. This refreshing soup, with its vibrant green hue, is a delightful play on textures and temperatures. The chilled cucumber soup base, infused with aromatic herbs, provides a cool and refreshing contrast to the creamy, airy beet mousseline. The mousseline, made from roasted beets, crème fraîche, and tangy lemon juice, adds a pop of earthy sweetness and a touch of elegance. As you savor each spoonful, you'll experience a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making this dish a true culinary masterpiece. Additionally, the article offers a delectable selection of other cucumber-inspired recipes, including a zesty Cucumber Salad with Dill and Feta, a refreshing Cucumber-Avocado Gazpacho, and a tantalizing Cucumber Sorbet. Whether you're seeking a light and healthy lunch option or a refreshing appetizer, these recipes are sure to delight your taste buds.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
BEET MOUSSELINE
Provided by Ia Delphey
Categories Condiment/Spread Milk/Cream Food Processor Valentine's Day Vegetarian Vinegar Beet Summer Gourmet California
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a saucepan cover beets with cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer beets 45 minutes, or until very tender. Drain beets in a colander and cool. Peel beets and in a food processor purée until smooth. Transfer purée to a large bowl and stir in vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. Purée may be make 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
- In a small bowl beat cream until it just holds stiff peaks and fold into beet purée.
COLD BEET AND CUCUMBER SOUP
Steps:
- Cook beets in large pot of boiling water until very tender and knife pierces through to the center easily, about 50 minutes. Drain beets; cool slightly. Peel and coarsely chop.
- Transfer beets, scallions, cucumbers, horseradish, and wine vinegar to food processor. Add some of the liquids to blend. Puree, but not too fine. Thin to desired consistency with beet juice and broth. Transfer to bowl, season, and chill several hours. Check seasoning before serving. Pour into individual bowls and garnish with spoonful of sour cream and sprinkling of dill. Can be made up to 3 days in advance, covered, chilled.
DELPHEY'S COLD CUCUMBER SOUP WITH BEET MOUSSELINE
Provided by Ia Delphey
Categories Soup/Stew Blender Lunch Lemon Cucumber Summer Chill Sour Cream Dill Gourmet California Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes about 6 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan cook onion and 1 tablespoon dill in oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened. Add broth, lemon juice, and cucumbers and simmer 20 minutes. In a blender purée mixture in batches until smooth and cool. Stir in white pepper and salt to taste. Chill soup, covered, until cold, at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
- Force soup through a sieve into a bowl and whisk in sour cream and remaining 2 tablespoons dill.
- Serve soup topped with a dollop of beet mousseline and garnished with dill sprigs.
EASY COLD CUCUMBER SOUP
Easy cold soup for a hot day!
Provided by lreddy
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine cucumber, sour cream, yogurt, vegetable broth, and garlic in a large bowl; blend together using an immersion blender until smooth. Blend in mint and dill. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
COLD BEET SOUP FOR SUMMER
My version of a lithuanian cold beet soup. There is nothing better on a hot day. Needs to be served ICE cold (sometimes we even float a few ice cubes in it!) The color is a little unusual, but once you give it a try,the first hot day of summer you'll be thinking...It's time for that pink soup...
Provided by Judy Frey 53
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain beets, reserving liquid.If using whole or sliced beets, slice into matchstick pieces.Peel and dice cucumber. (I like fairly large dice.).
- Hold back about 3/4 cup of julianned beets in a seperate bowl.Add remaining beets and chopped cucumber to a large bowl. Add reserved beet juice,14 oz. of water and 2 tablespoons vinegar.
- Stir about 1/2 cup of sour cream into the beets you held in the seperate bowl.(this process keeps the sour cream from "breaking up" in the soup and making lumps.)Stir until the sour cream/beet mixture is smooth. Add another 1/2 cup of sour cream. Stir until smooth. Add 1/4 cup of the beet juice from the large bowl and stir until smooth.Stir in the last 1/2 cup of sour cream. Mixture should be without lumps (sour cream should be liqified.)This seems complicated, but once you get the hang of it, it goes quite quickly.
- Add the beet/sourcream mix to the large bowl and stir to combine. At this point, taste to see if the level of vinegar is to your liking, if not add a little more.
- Add the dried dill. The 2 tsp is a good place to start, but I usually add more.
- Cover and chill at least 2 hours.Serve in chilled bowls. My mom adds chopped hard boiled eggs to this soup, so if you want to give that a try it's up to you,.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.2, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 38, Sodium 433.6, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 12.4, Protein 5.1
NINA'S RUSSIAN COLD BEET SOUP (KHOLDNYK)
Super easy and absolutely great version of the longer and original recipe for this soup that my grandmother brought from Russia. On a hot summer day, a bowl of this soup is an energizing lift. Add a piece of of rye or pumpernickel bread served on the side to complete the Russian experience.
Provided by Nina Capaccio
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the buttermilk, cucumber, beets with their juice, green onions, dill, salt, and vinegar in a bowl; stir to mix thoroughly, and chill, covered, in refrigerator at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.6 g, Sodium 577 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
CHILLED BEET SOUP WITH BUTTERMILK, CUCUMBERS, AND DILL (CHLODNIK)
This classic Polish soup (which has close cousins across Eastern Europe) is the ultimate in summer refreshment: Cool, creamy, and gently crunchy from cucumbers, with a gorgeous fuchsia color that makes it even more unforgettable.
Provided by Adina Steiman
Categories Soup/Stew Summer Freeze/Chill Beet Egg Sour Cream Dill Dinner Lunch Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using a large knife, separate greens and stems from beets. Thoroughly wash greens and stems; set aside. Scrub beets, transfer to a medium pot, and cover with 1" water. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, uncover, and cook until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes. Drain beets; discard cooking liquid. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, chop beet greens and stems. Transfer to a large pot and add 1/2 tsp. salt and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer, without boiling, until greens are tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- Peel and coarsely grate beets, preferably wearing gloves. Add to pot with cooled greens. Gently stir in cucumbers, pickle, pickle brine, buttermilk, sour cream, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover pot and chill soup at least 30 minutes. Adjust seasonings, if desired. Divide soup among bowls; top with eggs and dill.
- Do Ahead
- Soup can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill.
Tips:
- Prep ingredients ahead of time: For a smoother cooking process, wash, peel, and chop vegetables, and measure out ingredients before you start cooking.
- Chill soup before serving: This cold soup is best served chilled, so make sure to refrigerate it for at least 2 hours before serving or overnight for a more pronounced flavor.
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, ripe vegetables and quality dairy products will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Choose organic produce whenever possible.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish the soup with fresh herbs like dill or chives for an extra touch of flavor and color.
- Make it a meal: Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers, or add a protein like grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal.
Conclusion:
Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer soup or a light and healthy lunch option, Delphey's Cold Cucumber Soup with Beet Mousseline is sure to please. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, this soup is a delightful culinary experience. By following the tips and tricks provided in this article, you can easily create this delicious and visually stunning dish at home. Remember to adjust the ingredients and flavors to suit your preferences, and don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and garnishes. Happy cooking!
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