Best 3 Chilled Melon Soup Recipes
In the sweltering heat of summer, there's nothing quite as refreshing as a chilled melon soup. This light and flavorful dish is a perfect way to start a meal or to enjoy as a light lunch. With its vibrant color and sweet, tangy flavor, chilled melon soup is sure to please everyone at the table. Made with fresh, ripe melons, this soup is packed with vitamins and nutrients. It's also a good source of fiber, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied. So if you're looking for a delicious and healthy way to cool down this summer, give chilled melon soup a try.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CHILLED MELON, CUCUMBER, AND MINT SOUP
For an extra hint of sweetness, drizzle the soup with a bit of honey just before serving.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel, halve, and seed 2 cucumbers, then coarsely chop. (You should have about 4 1/2 cups.) Halve and seed remaining (unpeeled) cucumber; cut into a 1/4-inch dice. Working in batches, puree chopped cucumbers, melon, 1/2 cup lime juice, mint, and ice in a food processor or blender. Season with salt and more lime juice. Transfer soup to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 2 hours.
- Smear 1/4 cup yogurt onto two sides of each serving bowl. Spoon chilled soup into bowls, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with diced cucumbers and mint. Serve, with lime wedges.
CHILLED MELON SOUP
Looking for something to put pizazz in a summer luncheon? Try this pretty, refreshing soup with a kick of cayenne pepper to get the conversation going. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the orange juice, yogurt and cantaloupe in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Add the honey, salt, nutmeg and cayenne; cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHILLED MINTY COCONUT MELON SOUP
Chilled coconut milk and honeydew with an infusion of mint and melon liqueur make a delightful start to a meal. Served in a chilled, small soup cup and garnished with a sprig of peppermint. Every time it gets wows!
Provided by Jeffrey MacNair
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Fruit Soup Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the honeydew melon in half and remove the seeds. Press the seed pith through a fine mesh sieve over a bowl, and reserve the resulting liquid. Discard the seeds. Cut the melon into sections, and remove the rind.
- Place the melon and reserved melon liquid into a tall pot. Puree with a stick blender. Alternately, you can puree the ingredients in a blender. Add the coconut milk, then continue blending until smooth. Stir in the melon liqueur.
- Remove the small tips on each sprig of mint, and reserve for garnish. Stack the remaining mint, then begin rolling the mint into a ball, securing with kitchen string. Drop the rolled mint into the pot with the melon soup. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
- Remove mint before dividing the soup into chilled cups. Garnish with the reserved mint tips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 44.5 mg, Sugar 23.4 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy melons for the best flavor. Cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon are all great options.
- Chill the soup for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish the soup with fresh mint, basil, or chives for a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the soup with a side of grilled shrimp, chicken, or tofu for a more hearty meal.
- For a vegan soup, use coconut milk or almond milk instead of cow's milk.
- Add a scoop of sorbet or ice cream to the soup for a refreshing dessert.
Conclusion:
Chilled melon soup is a refreshing and flavorful summer soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant color and sweet flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you have a surplus of melons, be sure to give this recipe a try.
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