Description
Craving a light, creamy dish that’s ready in a flash? This 15-Minute Cucumber-Avocado Blender Soup is your perfect choice! Featuring crisp English cucumbers, creamy avocados, fresh parsley, mint, lime juice, and Greek yogurt, this chilled soup is a vibrant blend of cool, tangy, and herbaceous flavors
Ingredients
Soup
- English Cucumbers (2, peeled and chopped): Provide crisp, refreshing flavor.
- Avocados (2, peeled and pitted): Add creamy, rich texture.
- Fresh Parsley (¼ bunch): Infuses vibrant, herbaceous notes.
- Fresh Mint (¼ bunch): Brings cool, refreshing flavor.
- Lime Juice (from 1 lime): Adds bright, tangy acidity.
- Greek Yogurt (1 cup): Offers creamy, tangy depth.
- Kosher Salt and Black Pepper (to taste): Balances flavors.
Garnishes
- Baguette (1, halved horizontally): Provides a crispy, cheesy side.
- Unsalted Butter (3 Tbsp, soft): Enhances richness for baguette.
- Asiago Cheese (1⅓ cups, shredded): Adds nutty, melty flavor.
- Greek Yogurt (½ cup): Creates a creamy, tangy garnish.
- Lime Juice (from 2 limes): Boosts zesty brightness for garnish.
Substitutions and Variations
- Greek Yogurt: Swap with vegan yogurt for dairy-free or sour cream for non-vegan.
- Baguette: Use gluten-free bread or omit for keto; serve with keto crackers (~2–3g net carbs per serving).
- Asiago Cheese: Replace with Parmesan, pecorino, or nutritional yeast for vegan.
- Cucumbers: Use Persian cucumbers or zucchini for similar texture.
- Keto Adjustment: Omit baguette, use keto crackers, and reduce cucumber to 1 (~2–3g net carbs per serving).
- Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free bread; ensure yogurt is gluten-free.
- Vegan Version: Swap Greek yogurt with vegan yogurt, butter with vegan butter, and Asiago with nutritional yeast.
- Spicy Version: Add a pinch of cayenne or a slice of jalapeño to the soup blend
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Soup
- In a blender, combine 2 peeled and chopped English cucumbers, 2 peeled and pitted avocados, ¼ bunch fresh parsley, ¼ bunch fresh mint, juice of 1 lime, and 1 cup Greek yogurt.
- Blend until smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Blend briefly to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator while preparing garnishes (or serve immediately if desired).
Tip: Blend thoroughly for a silky texture; add a splash of cold water if too thick.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheesy Baguette
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place 1 baguette, cut sides up, on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread 3 Tbsp soft unsalted butter evenly over the cut sides.
- Sprinkle 1⅓ cups shredded Asiago cheese over the buttered baguette.
- Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, 10–12 minutes.
Tip: Watch closely to avoid burning; cut baguette into slices after baking for easy serving.
Step 3: Make the Lime-Yogurt Garnish
- In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup Greek yogurt and juice of 2 limes until smooth.
Tip: Adjust lime juice for desired tanginess; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 4: Serve
- Pour chilled soup into bowls.
- Top each bowl with a dollop of lime-yogurt garnish.
- Serve with warm, cheesy baguette slices on the side.
Tip: Swirl lime yogurt into the soup for a pretty presentation; serve cold for maximum refreshment.