Best 6 Cold Cucumber And Cubanelle Soup With Cashews And Chives Recipes

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Delight your taste buds with the refreshing Cold Cucumber and Cubanelle Soup with Cashews and Chives, a culinary journey into a symphony of flavors. This chilled soup is an oasis of crispness, balancing the coolness of cucumber with the subtle heat of cubanelle peppers. Infused with the creaminess of cashews and the aromatic freshness of chives, this soup is a perfect harmony of textures and flavors, promising a refreshing escape from the ordinary and leaving you feeling invigorated and satisfied.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts; 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 pounds cucumbers (about 6 cucumbers), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped (12 cups)
2 yellow bell peppers, stem and seeds removed, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
3 to 4 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups plain yogurt
3 cups sour cream, divided
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine the cucumbers, bell peppers, green onions, jalapenos, cilantro, mint, dill, garlic, Essence, salt, cayenne, yogurt, 2 cups sour cream, olive oil, and white wine vinegar in a large bowl. Working in batches, puree the ingredients in a blender until very smooth. Transfer the soup to the refrigerator until well chilled, at least 2 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup, with each bowl garnished with a dollop of the remaining sour cream and some of the minced chives.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

COLD CUCUMBER AND CUBANELLE SOUP WITH CASHEWS AND CHIVES



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Cool to the eye as well as on the palate, this gazpacho-like starter gets its body and buttery undertones from cashews. Yes, the Cubanelle pepper was initially chosen for its starting letter, but its mild sweetness and juicy crunch clinched the decision.

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Pepper     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Cashew     Cucumber     Summer     Healthy     Chive     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large cucumbers (2 1/2 pounds total), peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
1 Cubanelle pepper (Italian green frying pepper), halved lengthwise and seeded
2 1/2 cups water
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup unsalted roasted cashews
2 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove, chopped
Garnish: diced tomato; chopped chives

Steps:

  • Purée cucumbers and half of Cubanelle (finely chop remaining half for garnish) with water, oil, cashews, vinegar, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender (in batches if necessary) until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and chill until cold, about 2 hours. Whisk before serving and season with salt and pepper.

EASY COLD CUCUMBER SOUP



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Easy cold soup for a hot day!

Provided by lreddy

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

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and diced
1 ⅓ cups sour cream
1 ⅓ cups plain yogurt
2 cups vegetable broth
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup chopped fresh mint
½ cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Combine cucumber, sour cream, yogurt, vegetable broth, and garlic in a large bowl; blend together using an immersion blender until smooth. Blend in mint and dill. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fine bulgur (see note)
1 cup warm water
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for garnish
3 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded and chopped coarse
2 cups plain nonfat yogurt
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a bowl, mix with the water and allow to soak 15 to 20 minutes, until softened.
  • While the bulgur soaks, place the onion and dill in a food processor and process until chopped fine.
  • Add the cucumbers to the food processor and process about 30 seconds to produce a thick puree. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the yogurt.
  • Drain the bulgur well, pressing out any excess liquid. Add the bulgur to the cucumber mixture and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir before serving and garnish each serving with a sprig of dill.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 113, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 676 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP



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Soothing and delicious--with bits of cucumber. Better the second day than the first, if it lasts that long.

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -3 cups diced cucumbers
3 -4 tablespoons minced chives
4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 2 tablespoons dried dill
1/2 bunch fresh parsley, minced
1 quart buttermilk
1 cup plain yogurt
salt and pepper
crushed garlic (optional)
minced scallion (optional)
minced of fresh mint (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients.
  • Chill overnight, or at least 3-4 hours.
  • YUM!
  • This also works well in smaller servings as a counterpoint to spicy foods (like raita).

MEXICAN COLD CUCUMBER CILANTRO SOUP



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Make and share this Mexican Cold Cucumber Cilantro soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb cucumber, peeled,seeded and cut into chunks
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup cilantro leaf, firmly packed
1/2 cup skim milk
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
salt

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender combine the cucumber, broth, cilantro, milk and lemon juice until pureed Season with salt.
  • Cover and refrigerate until very cold (you can do the soup a day ahead).
  • Ladle into bowls and serve.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will have a big impact on the final dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, organic vegetables and fruits.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Cucumbers and cubanelles are best when they are cooked until they are tender but still have a bit of a crunch. Overcooking will make them mushy and bland.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your own taste. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs as needed.
  • Garnish before serving: A simple garnish of fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil can make a big difference in the presentation of your soup.

Conclusion:

Cold cucumber and cubanelle soup with cashews and chives is a refreshing and flavorful summer soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's made with fresh, seasonal vegetables and has a creamy, nutty texture. The soup is also very easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious soup recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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