Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our collection of refreshing and flavorful cucumber soup recipes. From the classic chilled dill cucumber soup, known for its creamy texture and vibrant green hue, to the delightful avocado cucumber soup with its velvety consistency and subtle avocado flavor, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. If you seek a zesty twist, try the tangy lemon cucumber soup, where a burst of citrus brightens up the creamy cucumber base. For those who love a touch of heat, the spicy cucumber soup, infused with a blend of aromatic spices, promises a tantalizing experience. And if you crave a hearty and wholesome meal, our hearty cucumber and potato soup, packed with vegetables and tender potatoes, will surely satisfy your cravings.
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CHILLED CREAMY CUCUMBER SOUP
Steps:
- Peel cucumber and remove seeds. Grate to yield 3 cups. In food processor combine cucumbers, yogurt, garlic, honey and a squirt of lemon. Snip in dill. Process until smooth. Slowly add water until creamy. Season with salt and pepper and continue processing. Pour into a bowl. Chill. Serve.
COOL CUCUMBER AND DILL SOUP
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Process the cucumbers in a food processor until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse to combine.
- Chill the soup in the refrigerator until cold, about 1 hour.
- Divide among 4 chilled soup bowls and garnish with the chopped cucumber.
DILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
A light summer soup--wonderful if you love cucumbers! Originally from a 1974 Junior League of El Paso cookbook. One of our favorites! It can easily be doubled or tripled and makes an elegant first course to any dinner. Prep time does not include chill time.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 cups soup., 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers.
- Cut several thin slices and put in ice water.
- Save these slices for garnish.
- Chop remaining cucumbers.
- Sauté cucumbers and onion in butter over medium heat until wilted, but not browned.
- Pour into blender and pulse until finely chopped, almost liquid.
- Return to saucepan; add chicken stock, lemon juice, dill weed and salt.
- Simmer about 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Remove from heat; cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
- Just before serving, stir in sour cream.
- If desired, add 1 to 2 drops of green food coloring.
- Garnish each serving with a cucumber slice and fresh dill weed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.7, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 58.5, Sodium 245.2, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 5.5
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SMOKED SALMON AND DILL
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add cucumbers and potato; stir 1 minute. Add broth, dill sprigs, and 1 teaspoon salt. Increase heat and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until cucumbers and potato are tender, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Working in batches, puree soup in processor until smooth. Return to pot. Cool 15 minutes. Whisk in 1/2 cup crème fraîche and 4 tablespoons minced dill. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.) Taste soup, adding more salt if desired. Ladle soup into 6 bowls. Place dollop of crème fraîche in center of each bowl; sprinkle with smoked salmon and remaining 2 tablespoons minced dill.
CUCUMBER DILL SOUP
This recipe was given to me by my friend, Gaye, over 20 years ago. It's a refreshing chilled soup that is good as either an appetizer or a first course. Also good as a light dinner with a salad and some crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine! Prep time does not include chilling time.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut several thin slices of cucumber for garnish; soak in ice water until needed. Chop remaining cucumber.
- Sauté cucumber and onion in butter until wilted, but not browned.
- Process sautéed vegetables with 2-3 drops of green food coloring in a blender or food processor until smooth; return to saucepan.
- Add chicken stock, lemon juice,dill, and salt; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Chill for at least 6 hours.
- Just before serving, whisk in sour cream.
- Garnish each serving with crisp cucumber slices and sprinkle with fresh or dries dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.1, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 20.2, Cholesterol 78, Sodium 326.7, Carbohydrate 19, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 7.3
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
CHILLED CUCUMBER-DILL SOUP
Another way to use up all those cucumbers that spring off the vine in summer. This is a spicy dill cucumber soup chilled to take down the heat a notch in summer. This soup is great made a day ahead and keeps for 3 days. Serve with some thin wheat crackers.
Provided by Cheryl
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set 1/4 cup of cubed cucumber aside.
- Place remaining cucumbers, 1/4 cup onion, 1/4 cup celery, 1/4 cup carrots, jalapeno peppers, Greek yogurt, sour cream, sugar, garlic powder, dill, salt, and pepper into the bowl of an 8-cup electric blender or food processor and pulse until all ingredients are just blended.
- Pour into a large bowl and stir in reserved 1/4 cup cucumber and remaining onion, celery, and carrots to add a little crunch to an otherwise creamy mixture. Taste for salt and pepper, adding more if desired.
- Place into the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 419.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For the best flavor, choose fresh, firm cucumbers that are free of blemishes. English or Kirby cucumbers are good choices, as they have fewer seeds and a milder flavor than other varieties.
- Chill the soup before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and develop. You can chill the soup for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs: This will add a pop of color and flavor. Good options include dill, chives, or parsley.
- Serve the soup cold or at room temperature: This soup is delicious served either way. If you are serving it cold, be sure to chill it thoroughly before serving.
- Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days: Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the soup for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Dilled cucumber soup is a refreshing and flavorful soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. You can add more or less dill, depending on your preference. You can also add other vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or onions. Serve the soup cold or at room temperature, garnished with fresh herbs.
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