YOGURT OR BUTTERMILK SOUP WITH SPINACH AND GRAINS

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This is informed by my yogurt or buttermilk soup with wheat berries from a few weeks ago, but this time I stirred chopped steamed spinach into the refreshing mixture. It's a great soup to keep on hand as summer arrives. For a particularly irresistible version, add some diced avocado.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     soups and stews, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound (1 generous bunch) spinach, stemmed and washed in 2 changes of water, or 6 ounces baby spinach, rinsed
1 1/2 cups finely diced cucumber (2 Persian cucumbers)
Salt to taste
5 cups plain low-fat yogurt (free of gums and stabilizers) or buttermilk, or a mixture of the two
1 cup finely diced celery
1 to 2 garlic cloves (to taste), finely minced or puréed with a little salt in a mortar and pestle
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (more to taste)
1 cup cooked barley, spelt, kamut or farro
2/3 cup diced radishes
Freshly ground pepper to taste (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sumac (more to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 ripe Hass avocado, cut in small dice

Steps:

  • Place the cucumber in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Toss and place in a strainer set over the bowl. Allow to drain for 15 minutes. Rinse if desired and drain on paper towels.
  • Meanwhile, steam the spinach above 1 inch of boiling water until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes, moving the leaves around with tongs once to ensure that they steam evenly. Rinse with cold water and squeeze out excess moisture. Chop medium-fine.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Thin out with ice water if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill for one hour or longer.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 668 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams

Jacob Johnston
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This is the best yogurt soup I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Ben Rings
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover yogurt. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright green color of the soup and they gobbled it up.


Biz App
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of yogurt-based soups, but this one was light and flavorful. I also loved the addition of grains, which gave it a nice texture.


Michelle Hancock
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This soup is delicious and healthy! I love that it's made with whole grains and fresh vegetables. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Kountess Dough
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I'm a big fan of yogurt-based soups, and this one is no exception. The yogurt adds a lovely tanginess and creaminess to the soup, while the spinach and grains give it a nice texture and substance. I also love the addition of cumin and coriander, whic


Connor Maxxwell
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover yogurt or buttermilk. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright green color of the soup and they gobbled it up.


Mitchell Gondo
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious and unique it was. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Tino Pauro
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This soup is easy to make and packed with flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again!


Yaw Sefah
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover yogurt. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright green color of the soup and they gobbled it up.


Kelvin Brayden
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of yogurt-based soups, but this one was light and flavorful. I also loved the addition of grains, which gave it a nice texture.


ATIAF _15
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This soup is delicious and healthy! I love that it's made with whole grains and fresh vegetables. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Lala Dibakoane
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I'm a big fan of yogurt-based soups, and this one is no exception. The yogurt adds a lovely tanginess and creaminess to the soup, while the spinach and grains give it a nice texture and substance. I also love the addition of cumin and coriander, whic


Ebel Apumarode
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover yogurt or buttermilk. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright green color of the soup and they gobbled it up.


Wendy Thomas
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious and unique it was. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Hori Rai
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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it! It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Rejoice Anorsigbe
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I'm always looking for healthy and flavorful soup recipes, and this one definitely delivered. The yogurt and buttermilk added a lovely tanginess, while the spinach and grains gave it a nice texture and substance. I'll definitely be making this again!


Praisha Poudel
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This yogurt soup with spinach and grains was a delightful surprise! The combination of tangy yogurt, earthy spinach, and hearty grains created a symphony of flavors in my mouth. I especially loved the addition of cumin and coriander, which added a wa