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cold cucumber soup

Recipe by
Sharon Whitley
Houston, TX

Summer is coming and this is a cool treat that can be made with those cucumbers from the garden or store. It reminds me of something we would be offered on a cruise.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For cold cucumber soup

  • 1/4 c
    diced onion
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp
    chopped fresh dill
  • 1 can
    (14 oz) chicken broth (can use fat free)
  • 2 md
    potatoes, peeled, cooked and chopped
  • 2 lg
    cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 c
    milk (can use skim)
  • salt
    to taste
  • sour cream or yogurt for topping, if desired

How To Make cold cucumber soup

  • 1
    Sauté onions, garlic and dill in olive oil until tender.
  • 2
    Puree this with remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  • 3
    Chill in refrigerator for several hours.
  • 4
    Serve with a tablespoonful of sour cream or yogurt (can use low-fat versions) on top and a sprig of fresh dill, if desired.
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