Best 2 Cucumber And Avocado Soup Recipes

Seeking a refreshing, creamy, and vibrant soup that's not only delicious but also packed with nutrients? Look no further, as the cucumber and avocado soup is your perfect choice. This culinary delight combines the cooling freshness of cucumbers with the rich and velvety texture of avocados, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant green hue and subtle hints of tanginess, this soup promises an exquisite dining experience, sure to impress both your palate and your health-conscious side. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and explore the delightful journey of crafting this culinary masterpiece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILLED CUCUMBER, AVOCADO AND SHRIMP SOUP

Chilled Cucumber, Avocado and Shrimp Soup image

A delightfully refreshing chilled soup -- this recipe is perfect for a hot summer day, a BBQ or even dinner party. The presentation is simple yet elegant, and the soup itself is so good and easy to prepare. There are other avocado/cucumber soup recipes posted here at Zaar, but this one is different and contains an additional ingredient: shrimp! :) This recipe was adapted from a similar one found in HomeBasics magazine. Also note that "Cook Time" is the time required for proper chilling.

Provided by grumblebee

Categories Citrus

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 generous portions, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium avocado
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
1 1/2 cups chicken broth or 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked shrimp, diced
2 green onions, finely chopped
4 medium shrimp, cooked and peeled

Steps:

Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Wrap half the avocado in plastic wrap and set aside.
Peel the other half of the avocado, then cut it into chunks.
Place the avocado, cucumber, broth, yogurt, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a blender. Process until smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until very cold.
To serve, peel and dice the remaining avocado half. Stir the avocado into the soup along with the diced shrimp.
Ladle the soup into 4 bowls, sprinkle with green onions and float a single shrimp on top of each.

COLD AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER SOUP

Cold Avocado and Cucumber Soup image

Recipe adapted from Canal House Cooking, Volume No. 4 by Christopher Hirsheimer and Melissa Hamilton. This refreshing chilled soup (from their latest edition) combines rich avocados with crisp cucumbers. It's an ideal dinner for a hot summer night, as it requires no cooking and can be prepped in just a few minutes. Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories Avocado

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 avocados, ripe and unblemished
1 English cucumber, unpeeled, roughly chopped (about 2 cups)
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons sour cream, for serving
hot pepper sauce, for serving (such as Tabasco)

Steps:

Slice the avocados in half lengthwise, working around the pit. Twist to separate the halves. Remove the pit and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh.
Add the avocados, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice and chicken stock to a blender and puree until smooth, working in batches if necessary. Season with salt and refrigerate until the soup is well chilled.
Divide the soup among four chilled bowls. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a dash of hot pepper sauce and serve.

Tips:

Use ripe avocados for the creamiest soup. You should be able to gently press the side of the avocado and feel it give to gentle pressure.
If you don't have a blender, you can mash the avocado and cucumber together with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
To make a vegan version of the soup, use plant-based milk instead of dairy milk. You can also use vegan yogurt or sour cream as a topping.
For a more refreshing soup, add a squeeze of lime juice or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
If you're short on time, use pre-cut cucumber and avocado to speed up the prep process.

Conclusion:

Cucumber and Avocado Soup is a refreshing and healthy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover cucumber and avocado. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your household. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give Cucumber and Avocado Soup a try!