Best 3 Cool And Spicy Melon Soup Recipes

Summer is just around the corner and everyone is looking for cool and refreshing recipes to beat the heat. Chilled soups are always a great option and melon soup is a classic that is both refreshing and flavorful. However, if you are looking for something with a little more kick, this cool and spicy melon soup is the perfect recipe for you. The combination of sweet cantaloupe, spicy serrano peppers, and creamy coconut milk creates a unique and delicious soup that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

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SPICY WATERMELON

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This Latino dish makes a refreshing summer snack with a surprising combination of flavors! Children love it.

Provided by feverdream

Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups cubed seeded watermelon
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

Mix cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
Place watermelon into serving bowls; sprinkle with spice mixture. Squeeze lime juice over spiced watermelon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 296.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

COOL MELON SOUP

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To make this slightly sweet dish such a delicious departure from other melon soups, Kinch briefly cooks vibrant Cavaillon and Charentais melons. Feel free to use any of your favorite summer melons, including honeydews or cantaloupes.

Provided by David Kinch

Categories Soup/Stew Fruit Herb Nut Onion Soy Appetizer Easter Fourth of July Melon Almond Tofu Family Reunion Shower Party Soy Sauce Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) silken tofu
1/4 cup white soy sauce
2 very ripe 3-pound melons (such as Cavaillon and Charentais)
Sea salt
Sherry vinegar
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
1 medium white onion, halved, thinly sliced
1/4 cup lightly toasted Marcona almonds
1/4 cup almond oil, preferably extra-virgin cold-pressed
Fresh herbs, such as chervil sprigs or micro basil
Ingredient Info
White soy sauce, also known as white shoyu, is lighter in color and flavor than standard soy sauce. It can be purchased at Asian markets and from amazon.com. Marcona almonds are Spanish almonds that are usually sold roasted and salted. Find them at specialty foods stores, natural foods stores, and latienda.com.

Steps:

Set a fine-mesh strainer over a small bowl. Press tofu through strainer into bowl. Stir in white soy sauce. Cover and chill. DO AHEAD:Can be made 4 hours ahead. Keep chilled.
Set a medium-mesh strainer over a medium bowl. Halve melons horizontally. Scrape seeds, strings, and juices from center of each melon half into strainer. Press lightly on mixture in strainer to release juices. Discard solids in strainer. Reserve juices.
Using a small melon baller, scoop out 18 balls from 1 melon half. Place melon balls in a small bowl; season lightly with sea salt and vinegar and gently toss. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Drain; transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
Meanwhile, cut rind from remaining 3 melon halves and cut flesh into 2" pieces. Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent but not browned, about 10 minutes. Cut a parchment-paper round just large enough to cover surface of soup in pot. Add melon pieces with reserved juices to pot. Cover pot with parchment-paper round. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until melon is soft but not mushy and an instant-read thermometer inserted into melon reads 150°, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Working in batches, purée soup in a blender until smooth. Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl. Strain soup. Season to taste with sea salt. Cover and chill, along with serving bowls, until cold, about 4 hours.
Ladle soup into chilled bowls. Spoon 1 heaping teaspoons of the tofu mixture into center. Top with a few toasted almonds and 3 melon balls. Drizzle almond oil over and garnish with fresh herbs.

CHILLED MELON SOUP

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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

Ingredients

3/4 cup orange juice
1 cup plain yogurt
1 medium cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and cubed
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 mint sprigs

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

Tips:

For the best flavor, use ripe, juicy melons. Cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon are all good choices.
If you don't have time to chill the soup overnight, you can chill it for at least 4 hours before serving.
Garnish the soup with fresh mint or cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.
Add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream to each bowl of soup for a creamy, tangy flavor.
Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

Cool and spicy melon soup is a refreshing and flavorful soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a healthy and nutritious soup that is packed with vitamins and minerals. The combination of sweet melon, spicy jalapeño, and creamy coconut milk creates a unique and delicious flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. This soup is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.