Chilled Chayote Soup with Cilantro Crema Fresca

Name: Chilled Chayote Soup with Cilantro Crema Fresca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chayotes, roughly diced; 1 Spanish onion, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 leek, white part only, sliced to about 1/2 cup; 1 1/2 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock; 1/2 cup light cream; 1/4 teaspoon toasted ground fennel seed; 2 bunches cilantro; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup crema fresca or creme fraiche; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
2
Add chayote, onion and leek and boil until the chayote is tender, for about 10 minutes.
3
Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
4
In a food processor puree the chayote mixture and add chicken stock, cream, fennel seed, and season, to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Set aside until later.
6
In a food processor puree until smooth the cilantro with 1/2 cup of water.
7
In a bowl mix the cilantro paste with the crema fresca thoroughly and season to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Place chayote soup in a serving bowls and place a dollop of crema fresca on top.

273

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chayotes, roughly diced, 1 Spanish onion, peeled and roughly chopped, 1 leek, white part only, sliced to about 1/2 cup, 1 1/2 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock, and more.

Yes, Chilled Chayote Soup with Cilantro Crema Fresca falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chilled Chayote Soup with Cilantro Crema Fresca

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