This refreshing summer soup is unbelievably easy. You can chill it down quickly in an ice bath (place the bowl with the soup in it into a larger bowl and fill the larger bowl with ice and water). Make sure to strain it for the best texture.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 45m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the water in the bottom of a saucepan fitted with a steamer and bring to a boil. Place the zucchini in the steamer, set over the boiling water, cover and steam 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 5 minutes. Do not drain the steaming water.
- Place half the zucchini in a food processor fitted with the steel blade, add 3/4 teaspoons salt, and puree until smooth. Add half the steaming water and pulse until smooth. Scrape into a bowl, and repeat with the remaining zucchini and steaming water, and another 3/4 teaspoon salt. Scrape into the bowl with the first batch. Whisk in the yogurt, the chopped mint, pepper, lemon juice, and optional garlic. Taste and adjust salt. Chill, either in the refrigerator or in an ice bath.
- Strain the cold soup through a medium strainer into a bowl. Use a rubber spatula to press the soup against the strainer and to scrape the soup off the outside of the strainer, to extract maximum flavor and to get as much soup through as you can.
- Toss the thinly sliced zucchini garnish with a generous pinch of salt and place in a strainer set over a bowl, or in the sink. Let sit for 15 minutes. The zucchini will soften. Rinse and pat dry. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with several slices of zucchini and a sprinkle of slivered mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 111, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 782 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams
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Tanz Kenny
[email protected]I can't wait to try this soup! It looks so good.
Roni Bwn
[email protected]This soup is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.
Ganka Karsan
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious summer meal.
Shabbir Jan
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's simple to make and the results are delicious.
David Avila
[email protected]I made this soup exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfectly. I loved the bright green color and the creamy texture.
Quinten Kemp
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Dev Grg
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of zucchini, yogurt, and mint is unique and delicious.
Taylor Harman
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up all the zucchini from my garden.
Mis Monni
[email protected]This was my first time making zucchini soup and I was very impressed. It was so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Dilip Mozumder
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and creamy texture.
Eri Esa
[email protected]This soup was a refreshing and delicious summer meal! I loved the combination of zucchini, yogurt, and mint. It was also very easy to make, which is always a plus.