Chilled Cucumber Soup

Cold liquids are a good choice when you’re feeling nauseous or your mouth is sore. And the flavors in this soup are mild enough that people who are following a bland diet can enjoy them.

Chilled Cucumber Soup with Cilantro Mint, and Dill
This hydrating soup will leave you feeling refreshed.

Ingredients

3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
6 cucumbers, peeled and seeded
2 yellow bell peppers, chopped with stems and seeds removed
4 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp black pepper
4 cups low-fat plain yogurt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped cucumber or fresh chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle garlic with salt. Using the blade of your knife, scrape garlic and salt together on your cutting board to form a paste.
  2. Combine the garlic paste with remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Working in batches, puree ingredients in a blender until very smooth.
  4. Store soup in refrigerator until well chilled, at least 2 hours.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with chives or cucumber.

Yield

Serves 10

Nutrition

Calories
190 calories
Carbohydrates
25g
Cholesterol
5mg
Fat
6g
Fiber
3g
Protein
10g
Saturated fat
1g
Sodium
80mg
Sugar
15g