Chilled Avocado, Cucumber & Mint Soup (No-Cook & Refreshing)

HAIR RECIPE

The ultimate no-cook summer soup! This recipe is incredibly refreshing, creamy, and comes together in minutes in a blender. It's a healthy, elegant, and delicious way to beat the heat.

Serves

• Grams: approx. 2439 g • Ounces: approx. 86.4 oz • People: 8 people

Difficulty

Easy

Prep time

10 minutes

total time

2 hours 10 mins

IN THIS RECIPE

Recipe at a glance

• Goal: Refreshing Cold Soup • Best For: Hot Summer Days • Time Commitment: 2h 10m (incl. chilling)

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diet & lifestyle

requirements

Contains Milk. This article provides informational advice and is not a substitute for professional culinary or medical guidance. Always check ingredient labels and be mindful of food allergies.

Is this recipe for you?

This is the perfect recipe for a hot day when you want something satisfying without heating up the kitchen. It's great as a light lunch, a unique appetizer, or a refreshing snack.

INGREDIENTS spotlight

• Avocados: Provide a luxuriously creamy texture and healthy fats. • Cucumbers: Give the soup its refreshing, cool, and hydrating base. • Mint: Adds a bright, aromatic, and cooling sensation. • Yogurt: Lends a subtle tang and enhances the creaminess.

How this recipe works

This no-cook soup relies on the power of fresh ingredients. The healthy fats in the avocado create a naturally creamy base when blended. The high water content of cucumber and the menthol in mint create a pronounced cooling effect. The final addition of tangy yogurt cuts through the richness and brightens all the flavors.

caution: before you begin

Wash cucumbers and mint thoroughly. Handle ripe avocados gently. When ready to serve, stir the yogurt in—do not blend, as it can become too thin.

CAUTION: Allergens

Contains: Milk (yogurt). Check chicken stock for allergens like celery or gluten.

nutritional information

what's the value?

Estimates per serving: Energy (kcal): Approx. 180 kcal Fat: Approx. 15g Carbohydrates: Approx. 9g Protein: Approx. 4g (Nutritional info is an estimate.)

Tools & UTENSILS

what you will need

• Food processor or blender • Large bowl • Whisk or spoon • Ladle

ingredients

• Ripe avocados • Peeled cucumbers • Chopped fresh mint • Chicken stock • Natural unsweetened yogurt • Crushed garlic clove • Salt and pepper

• 3 avocados • 3 cucumbers • approx. 4 g / 0.15 oz • 480 g / 17 oz • 450 g / 16 oz • 1 clove • To Taste

how to make it

1. Puree: In a food processor or blender, combine the flesh of the avocados and the peeled cucumbers. Blend until completely smooth. 2. Combine: Transfer the puree to a large bowl. Stir in the salt, pepper, crushed garlic, chopped mint, and chicken stock. Mix well. 3. Chill: Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. 4. Finish: Just before serving, whisk in the yogurt until the soup is smooth and evenly combined. 5. Serve: Ladle into chilled bowls and serve immediately.

Pro-tip

Make it Vegan/Dairy-Free: Use vegetable stock and an unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (like coconut or almond). Add a Kick: Add a chopped jalapeño (seeds removed) to the blender. Garnish: Top with a swirl of extra virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of chili flakes, fresh dill, or finely diced cucumber.

a quick note

How to store it

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The color may darken slightly due to the avocado. Adding a squeeze of lime juice with the stock can help preserve the vibrant green color.

budget & SUSTANAbility

A great recipe for using up ripe avocados and seasonal cucumbers from your garden or farmers' market. This no-cook recipe saves electricity.

Frequently asked questions

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My soup turned brown! Why?

Avocado flesh oxidizes and turns brown when exposed to air. To help prevent this, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the soup while it chills. Adding a tablespoon of lime or lemon juice can also help.

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Can I make this vegan?

Yes, easily! Substitute the chicken stock with vegetable stock and use a plain, unsweetened plant-based yogurt (like almond, soy, or coconut) instead of dairy yogurt.

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Can I serve this soup warm?

This soup is specifically designed to be served cold. Heating it would change the flavor and texture of the fresh ingredients, particularly the yogurt, which could curdle.

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What's the best way to peel a cucumber?

The easiest way is to use a standard vegetable peeler. Simply peel in long strips from top to bottom, rotating the cucumber as you go.

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