CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP WITH AVOCADO TOAST
A chilled cucumber soup, whirled together in the blender to serve as an instant dinner, is one of the quiet rewards of midsummer. The trick to making it hearty enough is to not stint on the seasonings, especially when something as mild as cucumber is the main ingredient. Garlic, plenty of herbs, jalapeño and anchovy add plenty of flavor, while buttermilk contributes a creamy, light texture. You could serve this with nothing more than some crusty or toasted bread on the side and be satisfied, but a topping of soft avocado dressed with a little lemon juice and feta cheese fills out the meal nicely. And the muted green colors of avocado toast and cucumber soup look as cooling as they taste.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, soups and stews
Time 15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In the bowl of a blender or food processor, combine cucumber, buttermilk, garlic, anchovy, scallions, jalapeño, fresh herbs, sherry vinegar and salt. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Smash avocado slices on the toasted bread. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, squeeze the juice of the lemon half over the top and finish each with a drizzle of olive oil and some pepper. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Distribute soup between 4 bowls and garnish with raw corn kernels and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve avocado toast on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 235, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 729 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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GRA Nawab
[email protected]This soup was delicious! It was creamy, flavorful, and refreshing. The avocado toast was also a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.
Shayla Lee
[email protected]I loved the unique flavor of this soup. The cucumber and avocado flavors were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
greg maynard
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and so refreshing! The avocado toast was also really good. I will definitely be making this again this summer.
Ruwan Wicramarachchi
[email protected]This soup was delicious! The avocado toast was a great addition and really complemented the soup. I will definitely be making this again.
Evelynn Jacobs
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I really enjoyed this soup. The cucumber and avocado flavors were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
nischal kc
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and tasted great! I especially loved the creamy texture and the fresh flavor of the cucumbers.
Hridoy Hard
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was creamy, flavorful, and refreshing. The avocado toast was also delicious.
Saman Waheed
[email protected]This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning or maybe some spice. The avocado toast was good, though.
ARJ channel
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the refreshing taste. I will definitely be making it again.
Adrian Cox
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and so delicious! I loved the creamy texture and the fresh flavor of the cucumbers. The avocado toast was also a great addition.
Shuvo Bd
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of cucumber soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of cucumber, avocado, and fresh herbs was delightful. I'll definitely be making this again this summer.
Nancy NazmunMuniraNancy
[email protected]This chilled cucumber soup was incredibly refreshing and flavorful. The avocado toast was the perfect accompaniment, adding a creamy and savory touch. I will definitely be making this again!