Chilled Cucumber Soup

Chilled Cucumber Soup is a refreshing and light Indian brunch dish that combines the cooling properties of cucumbers with aromatic spices and herbs. Perfect for warm days, this soup is both nutritious and easy to prepare.

Chilled Cucumber Soup
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Indian
180 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cucumber - 300 grams, peeled and chopped
  • Coconut milk - 200 ml
  • Fresh mint leaves - 10 grams
  • Fresh coriander leaves - 10 grams
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Ginger - 5 grams, grated
  • Lemon juice - 15 ml
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Olive oil - 10 ml

Steps

  1. In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, coconut milk, mint leaves, coriander leaves, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice.
  2. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and blend again to combine.
  4. Transfer the soup to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  5. Before serving, drizzle with olive oil and garnish with additional mint and coriander leaves.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Hydrating and refreshing, ideal for hot weather.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from cucumbers and herbs.

Tags

IndianPaleoBrunch