Cold Cucumber and Cubanelle Soup with Cashews and Chives

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Cold Cucumber and Cubanelle Soup with Cashews and Chives
1500 min.
6
190kcal

Suggestions


Summer is just around the corner, and what better way to refresh your palate than with a vibrant Cold Cucumber and Cubanelle Soup? This delightful dish is not just a feast for the eyes; it's a celebration of fresh flavors, wholesome ingredients, and culinary creativity that will impress even the most discerning guests.

Imagine a smooth, chilled soup that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the subtle sweetness of Cubanelle peppers and the nuttiness of roasted cashews. This recipe is perfect for those warm days when you crave something light yet satisfying. It's vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for various dietary preferences. With only 190 calories per serving, you can enjoy it guilt-free as a snack, starter, or even as a main course for a light meal.

The preparation is simple, requiring just a few essential tools like a blender and a whisk, allowing you to whip up this exquisite soup in no time. Serve it chilled, garnished with diced tomatoes and chives, for a burst of color and flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Join me in exploring this remarkable recipe that encapsulates the essence of fresh, healthy eating while delighting your senses with every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • large cucumber peeled seeded cut into chunks ()
  • large garlic clove chopped
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  cubanelle pepper green italian halved lengthwise seeded ( frying pepper)
  • tablespoon red-wine vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup roasted cashews unsalted
  • servings chives diced chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Purée cucumbers and half of Cubanelle (finely chop remaining half for garnish) with water, oil, cashews, vinegar, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender (in batches if necessary) until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and chill until cold, about 2 hours.
  3. Whisk before serving and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Soup is best the day it is made.

Nutrition Facts

Calories190kcal
Protein5.38%
Fat80.4%
Carbs14.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
0.36
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.4930435315422%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:190.41kcal
9.52%
Fat:17.53g
26.97%
Saturated Fat:2.72g
17.01%
Carbohydrates:6.98g
2.33%
Net Carbohydrates:5.62g
2.04%
Sugar:2.53g
2.81%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.38mg
0.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.64g
5.28%
Vitamin K:23.4µg
22.29%
Copper:0.36mg
17.82%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.52%
Magnesium:47.23mg
11.81%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.54%
Phosphorus:87.09mg
8.71%
Potassium:261.94mg
7.48%
Folate:28.54µg
7.14%
Vitamin C:5.24mg
6.35%
Iron:1.11mg
6.15%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.93%
Fiber:1.36g
5.43%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.41%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.81%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.53%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.5%
Vitamin A:144.38IU
2.89%
Calcium:26.98mg
2.7%
Selenium:1.56µg
2.22%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious