Cold Cucumber Soup

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein while maintaining creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried dill

Dried dill is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

red bell pepper

🥗Healthier: yellow bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell peppers are less expensive and still add flavor.

Peel, remove seeds, and slice 2 large cucumbers.

Add cucumbers to a large bowl with 1 1/3 cups thick sour cream and 1/3 cup whole milk yogurt.

Pour in 2 cups of organic free-range chicken broth (or vegetable stock for vegetarian version).

Add 1 finely minced garlic clove.

Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.

Add 1/2 cup of fresh mint and 1/2 cup of fresh dill, then season with salt and pepper.

Serve topped with fresh dill and mint.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens