Avocado Soup With Garlic Recipe
Description:
Impressively refreshing when served in chilled bowls over ice, this Avocado Soup with Garlic is a delightful summer indulgence, perfect for picnics or as a light lunch/snack option. It requires minimal preparation and absolutely no cooking, making it an ideal choice for hot summer days. ๐ฅ๐
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Canadian
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Fruit, Canadian, Low Protein, Summer, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator, Small Appliance, Easy
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 377.6
- Fat: 37.1g
- Saturated Fat: 15.9g
- Cholesterol: 81.5mg
- Sodium: 414.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.9g
- Fiber: 6.8g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 4.5g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Begin by preparing the avocados. Cut them in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh into a blender or food processor. |
| 2 | To the blender or food processor, add a little chicken broth, lime juice, salt, and the peeled garlic cloves. |
| 3 | Puree the mixture until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no chunks remaining. |
| 4 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the pureed avocado mixture with the remaining chicken broth. Mix until well incorporated. |
| 5 | Transfer the soup to the refrigerator and chill thoroughly, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to become nicely chilled. This should take about 1-2 hours. |
| 6 | Just before serving, take the chilled soup out of the refrigerator. |
| 7 | Pour the soup into individual serving bowls. |
| 8 | Drizzle a swirl of heavy cream over each bowl of soup, creating a beautiful pattern. |
| 9 | Garnish each bowl with a lemon wedge for an extra burst of citrus flavor. |
| 10 | Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing taste of this Avocado Soup with Garlic. |
Additional Notes:
- For a vegetarian version, simply substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- To enhance the presentation, consider serving the soup in bowls set over a bed of ice.
- This soup can also be packed in a thermos for picnics, providing a deliciously cool and nutritious meal on-the-go.
