This cold cucumber soup is one of the most refreshing, light dishes to enjoy when the weather is hot. Not only does it help cool you down, but it also provides you with healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It comes together in just 10 minutes because all you have to do is prepare the ingredients, blend them up, and serve. Plus, it is naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and completely wholesome.
Soup is incredibly easy to make, and even easier when no cooking is involved. Plus, nobody wants to slurp a hot bowl of soup when the weather is just as hot as the liquid! That is why people turn to chilled soups or gazpacho, which is a classic appetizer in Spanish cuisine. The hydrating cucumbers pair beautifully with the creamy avocado and tangy vinegar. The aromatic zest from the basil only adds to the already perfect combination of ingredients.
The main difference between this cold cucumber soup and other recipes is that it excludes dairy products. Chefs often include yogurt or cream in order to give the soup an extra creamy texture. That isn’t to say that this recipe isn’t creamy. In fact, the richness of the avocado gives you that creamy texture you want from a silky smooth soup. Should you want a little extra creaminess from this soup, you can replace the water with homemade almond milk (recipe here). Please enjoy and let us know how you like the soup in the comments.
- Prep Time:10m
- Total Time:10m
- Serves: 2 servings
- Category: Full Body Cleanse Approved, Soups & Stews, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 c cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 large avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. raw apple cider vinegar
- 2 green onions, roughly chopped
- 1/3 c basil (plus more for serving)
- 2/3 c water
- 3/4 tsp. sea salt
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend on high for 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is very smooth.
- Serve the soup immediately at room temperature, or chill it in the fridge for an hour prior to serving.
- After pouring it in cups or bowls, feel free to top your soup with some freshly chopped avocado, basil leaves, or diced cucumber. Season with an optional sprinkle of sea salt and pepper.
