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Refreshing Cucumber Delight: Chilled Asian Yoghurt Soup
Recipe: Chilled Cucumber Soup 🥒
Overview:
This Chilled Cucumber Soup is a refreshing delight perfect for hot summer days or as a light appetizer any time of the year. With its crisp cucumber flavor and creamy texture, it’s a fantastic blend of freshness and indulgence.
- Recipe Category: Asian
- Keywords: Indian, Kid Friendly, Spring, Summer, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Small Appliance, Easy
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 95 cals
Ingredients:
- 2 onions
- 4 cucumbers
- 2 1/2 cups yoghurt
- 1 bunch green coriander
- Tabasco sauce, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wash the coriander thoroughly. |
| 2 | Chop the coriander leaves and stalks, and set aside. |
| 3 | Peel and chop the onions. Peel, seed, and slice the cucumbers. Add them to a blender along with the chopped coriander. Blend until finely chopped. |
| 4 | In a bowl, mix yoghurt with Tabasco sauce, salt, and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preference. Adjust Tabasco sauce for desired spice level. |
| 5 | Whisk the stock and cucumber mixture into the yoghurt until well combined. |
| 6 | Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to chill thoroughly. |
| 7 | For best presentation, chill the serving bowls before pouring the soup. |
| 8 | When ready to serve, pour the chilled soup into the prepared bowls. |
| 9 | Garnish with a dollop of yoghurt and a few coriander leaves for added freshness. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 95 cals
- Fat: 2.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.7g
- Cholesterol: 9.9mg
- Sodium: 39mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.8g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 7.3g
- Protein: 3.9g
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of Tabasco sauce according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- For a smoother texture, strain the soup before chilling.
- Serve with crusty bread or croutons for added texture.
- Experiment with different herbs for garnish, such as mint or dill, to add extra flavor layers.
