Best 2 Cold Cantaloupe And Mint Soup Recipes

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In the heat of summer, there's nothing more refreshing than a cool, creamy soup. This cold cantaloupe and mint soup is the perfect way to cool down and enjoy the flavors of the season. Made with fresh cantaloupe, mint, and a few other simple ingredients, this soup is light, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Serve it as a starter or a light lunch, or enjoy it as a refreshing snack on a hot summer day.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COLD HONEYDEW AND MINT SOUP IN CANTALOUPE



Cold Honeydew and Mint Soup in Cantaloupe image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Food Processor     Freeze/Chill     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Lime     Cantaloupe     Honeydew     Mint     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 cups, serving 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 large honeydew melon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed and spun dry, plus, if desired, 6 mint sprigs for garnish
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
3 cantaloupes, halved and trimmed decoratively

Steps:

  • In a blender in batches or in a food processor purée the honeydew, the mint leaves, the lime juice, the sugar to taste, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth, transfer the soup to a bowl, and chill it, covered, for a least 1 hour or overnight. The soup may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Arrange the cantaloupe halves on 6 small plates, ladle the soup into them, and garnish each serving with a mint sprig.

COLD CANTALOUPE AND MINT SOUP



Cold Cantaloupe and Mint Soup image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Cantaloupe     Mint     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 cups, serving 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lime
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup sugar
1 cantaloupe (about 2 1/2 pounds)
3/4 cup chilled sweet Gewürztraminer (see note, above)
Garnish: fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • With a vegetable peeler remove zest from lime in strips. In a saucepan simmer water, zest, mint, and sugar, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let mixture stand 15 minutes. Pour mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on solids, and discard solids. Cool syrup to room temperature.
  • Halve and seed cantaloupe. Working in 2 batches, scoop flesh into a blender and purée with syrup until smooth, transferring to a large bowl as pur ed. Stir in wine. Chill soup, covered, until cold, at least 2 hours, and up to 1 day. Skim any foam from top. Serve soup garnished with mint.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe for the best flavor. Look for melons that are heavy for their size and have a deep orange color.
  • Chill the cantaloupe and other ingredients before making the soup. This will help the soup to be extra refreshing.
  • Use a high-powered blender or food processor to get a smooth and creamy soup.
  • Add a little bit of honey or agave syrup to taste, if desired.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh mint leaves or a dollop of yogurt for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Cold cantaloupe and mint soup is a delicious and refreshing summer soup that is easy to make. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, this soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of cantaloupe, mint, and lime creates a unique and flavorful soup that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a healthy and refreshing soup or a simple and delicious way to use up ripe cantaloupe, this cold cantaloupe and mint soup is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a summer soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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