COLD CREAM OF CUCUMBER SOUP
This is a recipe by Beth Elon, who has a column every other week in our local paper. In our house it's just not Friday night dinner unless there's soup, but with the weather being so hot lately, I haven't been able to even bear the thought of sitting down to a hot steaming bowl of chicken soup, let alone cooking it on Friday. I tried this out the other night and it was so refreshing, I think we'll have this more often than just Friday nights during the summer! Prep time includes chilling (who wants lukewarm cuke soup?).
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Vegetable
Time 4h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring the vegetable broth to the boil.
- Chop 4 of the cucumbers coarsely.
- Thinly slice the fifth, and set the slices aside.
- Add the chopped cucumbers, potato, leeks, shallot and garlic to the boiling broth, and cook until tender, about 45 minutes.
- Remove from heat and blend.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, and cool.
- Refrigerate for several hours, until well chilled.
- To serve, pour the chilled soup into a soup tureen, add the sliced cucumbers and chopped chives.
- Spoon the sour cream or yogurt on top, or serve it separately at the table.
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Bijal Nepali
[email protected]I found this recipe to be too time-consuming. I prefer recipes that are quicker and easier to make.
Karina Nahrgang
[email protected]This soup was a disappointment. It was bland and watery.
MD ALFAZ AHAMED
[email protected]I've never been a fan of cold soups, but this one changed my mind. It's creamy, flavorful, and so refreshing.
Rajeev Hossain
[email protected]Loved this recipe! It's a keeper.
Ella Jae
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and perfect for a summer lunch. I'll definitely be making it again.
Delvin Gyamfi
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it.
Nancy Njeri
[email protected]The soup was too watery. Maybe I added too much cucumber.
Rafay Ahmad
[email protected]This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I would have added some more spices to give it more flavor.
Lynn Ferguson
[email protected]5 stars!
amber bahadur
[email protected]I had some extra cucumbers from my garden, so I gave this recipe a try. It was easy to follow and the soup came out amazing.
Nani kumar
[email protected]This cucumber soup was a delightful experience for my taste buds. The creamy texture and subtle flavors of cucumber made it an ideal dish for a light and refreshing lunch.
kalab azmera
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! Cold soup is godsend during these hot summer days.
Gionni Gardia
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different herbs and spices, and it always turns out delicious.
Sandesh Magar
[email protected]This cold cream of cucumber soup was a hit at my summer gathering! The flavors were perfectly balanced and refreshing.