When temperatures soar, look no further than this chilled soup to beat the heat. Blended with avocados, cucumbers, and fresh herbs, this cool and creamy soup is the perfect way to start a light and refreshing meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of avocado in every spoonful as they meld seamlessly with the tender shrimp and the subtle zest of lime. This recipe is also a great way to sneak in some extra greens like spinach or arugula, making it a nutritious and satisfying lunch or dinner option.
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CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, chile and the garlic and cook until slightly soft, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt, to taste. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- Put the avocados in a large bowl. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, cilantro, onion mixture, and water. Add, in batches, to a blender and puree until smooth, straining each batch of puree into a large bowl. Stir in the 1 teaspoon of salt and the 1 teaspoon of pepper, then cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 3 hours.
- Pour the chilled soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with a drizzle of the sour cream. Serve with crostini or croutons, if desired.
CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP WITH SHRIMP AND CHIVES
Categories Soup/Stew Blender Quick & Easy Lunch Lemon Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Spring Chill Healthy Chive Jalapeño Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 (first-course) servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and jalapeño; sauté until tender, about 15 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Season with salt. Remove from heat; cool.
- Place avocados in blender. Add chicken broth, 4 tablespoons lemon juice and onion mixture. Puree until smooth. Transfer to large bowl. Stir in 2 cups water and lemon peel. Thin soup with more water, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 3 hours.
- Meanwhile, mix shrimp, cucumber, chives, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with shrimp.
CHILLED CUCUMBER, AVOCADO AND SHRIMP SOUP
A delightfully refreshing chilled soup -- this recipe is perfect for a hot summer day, a BBQ or even dinner party. The presentation is simple yet elegant, and the soup itself is so good and easy to prepare. There are other avocado/cucumber soup recipes posted here at Zaar, but this one is different and contains an additional ingredient: shrimp! :) This recipe was adapted from a similar one found in HomeBasics magazine. Also note that "Cook Time" is the time required for proper chilling.
Provided by grumblebee
Categories Citrus
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 generous portions, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Wrap half the avocado in plastic wrap and set aside.
- Peel the other half of the avocado, then cut it into chunks.
- Place the avocado, cucumber, broth, yogurt, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a blender. Process until smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until very cold.
- To serve, peel and dice the remaining avocado half. Stir the avocado into the soup along with the diced shrimp.
- Ladle the soup into 4 bowls, sprinkle with green onions and float a single shrimp on top of each.
AVOCADO-CUCUMBER SOUP WITH SHRIMP
Pureed avocado and yogurt gives this chilled soup its creamy texture. To save time, try our quick-cooling method. (See note below.)
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine half the cucumber and 1 avocado with the yogurt, lime juice, jalapeno, scallions, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 cup ice water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Puree until completely smooth. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Cut remaining avocado into 1/4-inch cubes. Stir avocado and remaining cucumber into soup. Thin with 1/2 to 1 cup ice water, as desired. Season again with salt and pepper. Chill, about 1 hour.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp, turning once, until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with shrimp and remaining tablespoon cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 g, Fat 17 g, Protein 7 g
CHILLED CORN SOUP WITH SHRIMP AND AVOCADO
From the Miami Herald; Chef Giancarla Bodoni recommends using organic products in this luxurious soup, which makes an impressive first course or, on a hot day, a light main course. Prep time includes chilling time.
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories Corn
Time 3h
Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook about 3 minutes, stirring, until translucent. Add corn, milk and 2 1/2 cups water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 45 minutes.
- Process soup in a blender or food processor or with an immersion blender until as smooth as possible. Pour through a fine mesh strainer over a bowl, pressing firmly with the back of a wooden spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids. Refrigerate liquid, covered, at least 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook until they just begin to float. Drain and place in a bowl of ice and water. When chilled, drain, peel and devein the shrimp, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine in a bowl with the avocado, shallots and basil. Season with salt, 1 tablespoon oil, paprika, the juice of 1 lemon and zest of 1/2 lemon.
- Divide the soup among 4 bowls. Top each with a portion of the shrimp mixture. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.2, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 125.7, Sodium 213.6, Carbohydrate 41.7, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 13.3, Protein 22.6
CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP
No cooking necessary for this rich and creamy soup with a kick. I like to line the bowl with crumbled corn chips and pour the soup on top.-Edith Herring, Grand Cane, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place avocado in a blender, cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add broth; process until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients; cover and process until blended. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SHRIMP GAZPACHO
Here's a refreshing take on the classic chilled tomato soup. Our twist features shrimp, lime and plenty of avocado. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large nonreactive bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Gently stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Ripe avocados will be dark green or black in color and will yield to gentle pressure when squeezed. Avoid avocados that are too hard or too soft, as they will not have the best flavor or texture.
- Use a blender or food processor to make the soup: This will help to create a smooth and creamy soup. If you do not have a blender or food processor, you can mash the avocado with a fork until smooth.
- Add some acidity to the soup: This will help to balance out the richness of the avocado. You can add lemon juice, lime juice, or white wine vinegar to the soup.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper to give the soup a little bit of heat.
- Chill the soup before serving: This will help to develop the flavors of the soup and make it more refreshing. You can chill the soup for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Garnish the soup with shrimp, avocado slices, or chopped cilantro: This will add some extra flavor and color to the soup.
Conclusion:
Chilled avocado soup with shrimp is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal tastes. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give chilled avocado soup with shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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