Cucumber soup is a cold and refreshing soup made with cucumbers, yogurt, and herbs. It's a popular dish in many parts of the world, especially in hot weather. Cucumber soup is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it's low in calories and fat. If you're looking for a light and healthy soup to enjoy on a hot day,cucumber soup is a perfect choice.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CUCUMBER SOUP I
This puree can be served either hot or cold. Garnish with sliced cucumber and chopped parsley. Try substituting dill for the tarragon, if you like.
Provided by Richard
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Peel, seed, and chop 2 cucumbers.
- Cook the chopped scallions in the margarine until soft. Add the chopped cucumbers and the wine vinegar. Pour in the broth, and stir in the farina. Salt to taste, and add tarragon. Let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cucumbers are soft.
- Put the soup into a blender, and puree it.
- Pour the puree into a bowl, and whisk in the sour cream. Taste the soup for seasoning. Pour the soup into bowls, and garnish with cucumber slices and chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 563.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CUCUMBER SOUP
In Baltimore, Maryland, Beverly Sprague dresses up this milk soup with a colorful selection of savory garnishes. A topping of crunchy almonds contrasts nicely with this smooth soup.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers; halve lengthwise and remove seeds. Cut into chunks. In a blender, cover and puree cucumbers and broth in small batches. , Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the sour cream, vinegar, salt if desired and garlic until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Stir before serving. Garnish with tomatoes, almonds, onions and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOT CUCUMBER SOUP
My friend Liza, who works for my parent company, just emailed me this recipe. Liza likes to surf Zaar for recipes, but hasn't joined as a member yet. She's letting me post her recipe (which sounds really yummy). Hopefully, she'll post some of her own soon!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- As per the recipe: Peel and slice the cucumbers.
- Melt the butter/marg in large saucepan and saute the onion until transparent.
- Stir in the flour.
- Add the stock and bring to a boil.
- Add the sliced cucumber and cook until tender.
- Puree in electric blender.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir in lemon juice.
- Just before serving, mix in the cream.
- What Liza does: I use alot more cucumbers, maybe+- 800/900g and add a touch more water to the stock amount.
- I use more onions, approx.
- 2 med-large.
- Don't use more lemon juice as it changes the taste of the soup.
- Once the soup is cooked (ie. the cucumbers are tender), puree the soup: and options: can either leave the soup as it is; or put in one tub of sour cream; or don't put sour cream in the pot and only serve with sour cream as garnish.
- It's yummy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.5, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 22.1, Sodium 53.6, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.6, Protein 1.8
COOL CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Peel cucumbers, trim ends, and cut in half lengthwise. Scrape out centers and coarsely chop. Crush garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt into a paste with flat side of a chef's knife. Combine cucumber, scallion, garlic, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, buttermilk, and creme fraiche in a blender and process until completely smooth. Add half of each herb and all of cayenne. Pulse to combine.
- 2. Transfer soup to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and lemon, if desired. Divide among 4 soup bowls; garnish with sliced cucumber, scallion and the remaining herbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 20 milligrams, Sodium 180 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams
SIMPLE CUCUMBER SOUP
The most simple yet one of the best soups I had so far. A simplified version of my mum's cucumber soup. No need for salt, pepper, or seasonings, just a good vegetable broth. I like to have it with a good slice of toasted bread and some good cheese.
Provided by virgi
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter with the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in the butter mixture until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add cucumber and zucchini slices; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour vegetable broth over the mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer until the vegetables are cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and cool a few minutes.
- Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid in place with a towel; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 500.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
COOL CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel the cucumbers, trim the ends, cut in half lengthwise and scrape out the watery area where seeds would be. Coarsely chop. Crush the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt to a paste with the side of a chef's knife. Combine the cucumber, garlic, remaining salt, and the buttermilk in a blender and process until completely smooth. Add half of each of the herbs and the cayenne and pulse several times to combine. Transfer soup to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour or until thoroughly chilled. Before serving, season with salt, pepper, and lemon if desired. Divide among 4 soup bowls and sprinkle with the remaining herbs. Serve.
COOL CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings, serving size: 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the yogurt, cucumber, scallion and dill. Pulse until pureed. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Ladle into individual bowls. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons of diced tomato, drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and garnish with a dill sprig.
- Excellent source of: Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium
- Good source of: Vitamin K.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calorie, Fat 2.5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 140 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 11 grams
EASY COLD CUCUMBER SOUP
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
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
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories soups and stews, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
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
I love trying to duplicate restaurant dishes at home. Friends and family tell me they like the results!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut cucumbers into large chunks; place in a blender with remaining ingredients. Puree; pour into a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LIGHT CUCUMBER SOUP
Make and share this Light Cucumber Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Carole Reu
Categories Low Protein
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut cucumbers into large chunks; place in a blender with remaining ingredients.
- Puree; pour into bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
"This is a wonderful way to use up all those cucumbers that seem to be ready at the same time," writes Shirley Kidd of New London, Minnesota. "I's so refreshing on hot summer days."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut 4 thin slices of cucumber; set aside for garnish. Peel and finely chop remaining cucumbers. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, sour cream, sugar, dill, salt, pepper, green onions and chopped cucumbers. , Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with cucumber slices and, if desired, fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 445mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CUCUMBER SOUP
The guests are hungry, and dinner's not yet on the table. You could set out a tray of cheese and crackers. But if surprise and delight drive your menu choices (keeping an eye, all the while, on simplicity and efficiency), there are other options, like this velvety cucumber soup.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups, 12 small servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Purée cucumbers, avocado and lime juice in a food processor or blender. Transfer to a bowl. If you used a food processor, strain the mixture first. Stir in 1 cup cold water. Mixture should be pouring consistency. Season with salt.
- Transfer to a container or pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour into small cups or shot glasses. Drizzle a few drops of avocado oil on top of each. Set cups or glasses on a tray to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 99, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
CUCUMBER POTATO SOUP
Served hot or cold, this soup never fails to delight the taste buds! It's simple to make, has a nice dill flavor and is a great way to use a few potatoes and a garden cucumber. It's one of my favorites. -Robert Breno Strongsville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook potatoes in salted water until very soft. Place sieve over a large bowl. Pour potatoes and liquid into sieve and force potatoes through. Return to saucepan. , Stir in cucumber, pepper, cream, milk and onion. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes or until cucumber is tender. Add dill, salt and pepper. Serve hot or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 631mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EURO-STYLE CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, soups and stews, appetizer, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Slice cucumbers as thinly as possible (a mandoline is ideal for this). Mix them in a bowl with 2 teaspoons salt and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
- Add stock, black pepper, yogurt, shallots and watercress if you like, and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning. Just before serving the soup, garnish with the herb of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 131, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 778 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
DELIGHTFUL CUCUMBER SOUP
Couldn't find a cucumber soup with exactly the flavors I wanted so I made up this one! It's a creamy and uniquely flavored cool cucumber soup. It is okay to have a choppy texture rather than perfectly smooth. Whichever consistency is your preference. Serve cold.
Provided by susanf
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir buttermilk powder and water together in a bowl until smooth; pour into the work bowl of a food processor. Add standard cucumbers, English cucumber, vanilla yogurt, shallot, lemon, mint, garlic, dill, cumin, and nutmeg to the bowl.
- Pulse the food processor to begin chopping ingredients before leaving on to blend soup to your desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 58.3 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
COOL AS A CUCUMBER SOUP
This chilled soup makes a wonderful appetizer or side on a hot summer day. Bright bursts of dill provide pleasant contrasts to the milder flavor of cucumber.-Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a colander set over a bowl, toss cucumbers with salt. Let stand for 30 minutes. Squeeze and pat dry., Place the cucumbers, yogurt, onion and garlic in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Stir in dill. Serve immediately in chilled bowls. Garnish with additional onion and dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP
Provided by Judy Goldwasser
Categories Soup/Stew Vegetarian Yogurt Cucumber Chill
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers and cut them in half, scraping out seeds. Sprinkle the cucumbers with salt and let them stand 30 minutes. Drain excess water.
- Chop the cucumbers coarsely and put the pieces in the blender along with scallions, dill, lemon juice, buttermilk, and yogurt. Blend at high speed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill well before serving.
CUCUMBER SOUP II
This is a cool, spicy and refreshing soup that pleases, even die hard cucumber haters. Garnish with fresh dill and parsley.
Provided by CJGT
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 29m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grate cucumber and onion, and strain out liquid.
- In a blender, mix cream of celery soup, buttermilk, cucumber and onion mixture. Blend, add one cup of cottage cheese and blend again.
- Since the blender may not hold all of the ingredients, pour half of blended mixture into a bowl. Add remaining cottage cheese and blend. Combine all soup into one bowl and stir in seasoning salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 899.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: Use fresh, crisp cucumbers for the best flavor. English or Persian cucumbers are ideal, as they have fewer seeds and a milder flavor.
- Chill the soup before serving: This will help to enhance the flavors and make the soup more refreshing.
- Add fresh herbs for extra flavor: Dill, chives, and mint are all great additions to cucumber soup. You can also add a bit of lemon zest or juice for a bright, citrusy flavor.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Cucumber soup is delicious served with a variety of toppings, such as croutons, crumbled bacon, or chopped hard-boiled eggs.
Conclusion:
Cucumber soup is a light, refreshing, and flavorful soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it chilled or hot, creamy or chunky, there is a cucumber soup recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious soup to enjoy, give cucumber soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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