COLD CUCUMBER SOUP

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts; 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 pounds cucumbers (about 6 cucumbers), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped (12 cups)
2 yellow bell peppers, stem and seeds removed, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
3 to 4 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups plain yogurt
3 cups sour cream, divided
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine the cucumbers, bell peppers, green onions, jalapenos, cilantro, mint, dill, garlic, Essence, salt, cayenne, yogurt, 2 cups sour cream, olive oil, and white wine vinegar in a large bowl. Working in batches, puree the ingredients in a blender until very smooth. Transfer the soup to the refrigerator until well chilled, at least 2 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup, with each bowl garnished with a dollop of the remaining sour cream and some of the minced chives.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Dinesh Pratap Mehara
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This soup is perfect for summer. It's light, refreshing, and delicious.


Lawal Wasiu
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


S M Chowdhury
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This is the best cold cucumber soup I've ever had. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Samia Islam
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I'm definitely going to be making this soup again and again. It's a new family favorite!


Kevin Magabe
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


John Grace
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I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I loved this soup. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Maritesbalaquit Guanzon balaquit
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I love how this soup is so healthy and refreshing. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.


Lexi Dickson
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This soup is so versatile. I've served it as a starter, a main course, and even a dessert. It's always a hit.


Elizabeth Rose
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I added a little bit of extra dill and it really made the soup pop. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Veni Leka
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I wasn't sure about the combination of cucumber and yogurt, but it totally works. This soup is so unique and delicious.


Amraa byambatogtoh
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up extra cucumbers from the garden.


Abbas Abbasalibahadur
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


mafas Kd
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It's a keeper!


Majid ali Laghari
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This soup was easy to make and even easier to eat! I'll definitely be making it again.


OLID OLID
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I'm not usually a fan of cold soups, but this one changed my mind. The creamy texture and the tangy flavor were just perfect.


Jane Wambuh
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This cold cucumber soup was incredibly refreshing and light, perfect for a hot summer day. I loved the combination of flavors, especially the subtle hint of mint.


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