Best 5 Chilled Yellow Squash And Leek Soup With Coriander And Lemon Crème Fraîche Recipes

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Chilled yellow squash and leek soup with coriander and lemon crème fraîche is a refreshing and flavorful soup that is perfect for a light summer lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet yellow squash, leeks, and fresh herbs creates a soup that is both delicate and savory. The addition of lemon crème fraîche adds a touch of richness and tanginess that takes this soup to the next level.

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CHILLED YELLOW SQUASH AND LEEK SOUP WITH CORIANDER AND LEMON CRèME FRAîCHE



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The soup can also be served warm.

Categories     Blender     Dairy     Vegetable     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Lemon     Leek     Summer     Chill     Yellow Squash     Coriander     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup chopped leek (white and pale green parts only; about 1 medium)
1 teaspoon (scant) coriander seeds
1 1/4pounds yellow crookneck squash, coarsely chopped
1 (14-ounce) can vegetable broth
1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add leek and coriander and cook until almost tender, stirring often, about 6 minutes. Add squash; sprinkle with salt and pepper and sauté until squash begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer uncovered until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. Transfer to bowl and chill uncovered until cold, about 3 hours. Season with salt.
  • Whisk crème fraîche and grated lemon peel in small bowl. Divide soup among bowls, drizzle with lemon crème fraîche, and serve.

CHILLED YELLOW SQUASH SOUP WITH DILL



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I make this soup with small yellow squash from my yard and leave the skin on. They give the soup a wonderful color and a mild buttery flavor. You can also make them with zucchini, but pick small, young ones with small seeds.

Provided by nch

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes

Time 4h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds yellow summer squash - halved, seeded, and sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 quarts vegetable broth
4 ounces plain yogurt
salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add yellow squash. Cook and stir until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree soup using a stick blender until smooth. Let cool to lukewarm. Stir in yogurt and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir in dill and chill in the refrigerator at least 4 hours. Serve chilled

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 492.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

YELLOW SQUASH SOUP



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Delicate and lemony, this yellow squash soup recipe would set the stage for a memorable ladies' luncheon. It's the best of late summer in a bowl. -Heidi Wilcox, Lapeer, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large sweet onions, chopped
1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
6 medium yellow summer squash, seeded and cubed (about 6 cups)
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and leek; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5 minutes. Add squash; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in broth, thyme and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, 15-20 minutes. , Discard thyme sprigs. Cool slightly. In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan. Stir in lemon juice and hot pepper sauce; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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This recipe comes from "The Classic Zucchini Cookbook", with only minor additions. It is a quick and easy beginning for elegant dinner memories.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
4 leeks, sliced (The white part only.)
2 cups sliced summer squash
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup low-fat milk or 1 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the leeks and saute about 5 minutes or until softened and transulucent.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the broth along with the squash; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until just tender.
  • Transfer the squash mixture to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
  • Return puree to the saucepan and add the remaining broth and milk.
  • Add poultry seasoning, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 168.5, Carbohydrate 20.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 8.9

CHILLED SPICED YELLOW-SQUASH SOUP



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Provided by Daniel Patterson

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds yellow crookneck squash, trimmed and roughly chopped
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more to garnish
1/8 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted and ground
1/8, teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lime juice
Chopped mint, to garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the squash, olive oil, red pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric and 1 1/2 cups water in a pot with a large pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, until the squash is very tender.
  • Once the squash has cooled, purée it in a blender on high for 30 seconds. Pass through a fine-mesh sieve. When completely cool, season to taste with the lime juice, salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls, and garnish with mint and a few drops of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 32, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 361 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

- When preparing the vegetables, make sure to cut them into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. - For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender or food processor to blend the cooked vegetables until completely smooth. - If you don't have time to roast the peppers, you can use store-bought roasted red peppers. - To make the soup ahead of time, simply prepare the soup and chill it. When you're ready to serve, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through. - Serve the soup with a dollop of crème fraîche and a sprinkling of fresh herbs for a flavorful and elegant presentation.

Conclusion:

This chilled yellow squash and leek soup is a delightful and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. With its combination of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and creamy crème fraîche, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a flavorful appetizer, this soup is a great choice. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make soup, give this chilled yellow squash and leek soup a try.

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