Healthy Lifestyle Diets Vegetarian Recipes Healthy Vegetarian Dinner Recipes Healthy Vegetarian Soup & Stew Recipes Creamy Cucumber Soup 4.3 (25) 23 Reviews There's no reason to only eat cucumbers raw—they are wonderful sautéed then pureed with avocado for a silky cucumber soup that's good warm or cold. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 26, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings, about 1 cup each Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb High-Fiber Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Is Cucumber Soup Healthy? Cucumbers are packed with antioxidants that can help improve skin health and lower inflammation. Low in calories and high in fiber, cucumbers are a hydrating and tasty ingredient that can be beneficial to your health. Our recipe for cucumber soup also includes avocado, which has several health benefits. From keeping your heart healthy to helping you lose weight, avocados are a healthy addition to your diet. Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen How Long Does Cucumber Soup Last? Cucumber soup can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 4 hours. Additional reporting by Jan Valdez Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, diced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 4 cups peeled, seeded and thinly sliced cucumbers, divided 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, or reduced-sodium chicken broth ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper Pinch of cayenne pepper 1 avocado, diced ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish ½ cup low-fat plain yogurt Directions Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 1 to 4 minutes. Add lemon juice and cook for 1 minute. Add 3 3/4 cups cucumber slices, broth, salt, pepper and cayenne; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook at a gentle simmer until the cucumbers are soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen Transfer the soup to a blender. Add avocado and parsley; blend on low speed until smooth. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.) Pour into a serving bowl and stir in yogurt. Chop the remaining 1/4 cup cucumber slices. Serve the soup warm or refrigerate and serve it chilled. Just before serving, garnish with the chopped cucumber and more chopped parsley, if desired. Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen Equipment Blender Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2007; updated December 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 169 Calories 12g Fat 14g Carbs 4g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size about 1 cup Calories 169 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 14g 5% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 6g Protein 4g 8% Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 2g 10% Cholesterol 2mg 1% Vitamin A 879IU 18% Vitamin C 17mg 19% Folate 71mcg 18% Sodium 494mg 21% Calcium 99mg 8% Iron 1mg 6% Magnesium 39mg 9% Potassium 536mg 11% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved