Iced Cucumber Soup Recipe

Name: Iced Cucumber Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Kirby cucumbers; 1 tsp. salt; 2 cups plain yogurt; 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 whole clove garlic, peeled, crushed and skewered with toothpick; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves *; Water; 1/4 cup raisins plumped in hot water; 1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chives, snipped; 1/2 cup ice cubes, crushed (optional)

Servings: persons

3 Kirby cucumbers
1 tsp. salt
2 cups plain yogurt
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 whole clove garlic, peeled, crushed and skewered with toothpick
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves *
Water
1/4 cup raisins plumped in hot water
1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1/4 cup chives, snipped
1/2 cup ice cubes, crushed (optional)

1
Peel and seed the cucumbers, cut them into 1/4-inch dice and toss with the salt; set aside for 15 minutes.
2
Transfer the cucumber cubes to a sieve; rinse them under water and pat dry with towels.
3
In a bowl combine the cucumbers and yogurt.
4
Gradually and slowly whisk in the olive oil, making sure yogurt absorbs it all.
5
Add the garlic clove and mint; cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
6
(If taking the soup on a picnic, chill it first in a bowl, then transfer it to a thermos.)
7
Before serving, remove the garlic cloves, give the soup a stir and thin with ice water if you wish.
8
Adjust the seasoning.
9
Ladle the soup into chilled soup plates and stir in the raisins.
10
Garnish with walnuts and chives.
11
If you wish, immediately before serving, you can drop some crushed ice into each plate.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Kirby cucumbers, 1 tsp. salt, 2 cups plain yogurt, 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Iced Cucumber Soup 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.

Iced Cucumber Soup

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