Cucumber-Dill Soup with Scallions

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Cucumber-Dill Soup with Scallions
45 min.
8
124kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing culinary experience with our Cucumber-Dill Soup with Scallions! This delightful dish is perfect for those warm days when you crave something light yet satisfying. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, this vegetarian and gluten-free soup is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthy choice for your meals.

Imagine the crispness of fresh cucumbers blended with the aromatic notes of dill and the zesty kick of lemon juice. Each spoonful is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the smoothness of buttermilk and yogurt, making it an ideal starter or a light snack. The addition of scallions adds a subtle crunch and a hint of oniony goodness, elevating the overall experience.

This soup is not just about taste; it’s also a feast for the eyes. The vibrant green hues, dotted with the bright white of yogurt and the fresh crunch of cucumber slices, make it a visually appealing dish that will impress your guests. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to whip up a batch that serves eight. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this Cucumber-Dill Soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to chill out with this deliciously refreshing soup that’s as nutritious as it is tasty!

Ingredients

  • cups buttermilk 
  • large cucumber peeled seeded quartered
  • bunch optional: dill 
  • clove garlic chopped
  •  juice of lemon 
  • cup yogurt plain
  • servings salt 
  • bunch spring onion 
  • Dash all the tabasco sauce you handle 
  • servings pepper white freshly ground

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Thinly slice half of the cucumbers crosswise. Thinly slice half of the scallions crosswise. Set aside.
  2. Coarsely chop the remaining cucumbers and scallions and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Add the dill, garlic, lemon juice, buttermilk, and yogurt, and give a good but gentle stir. Season with salt and pepper and puree in a blender until liquefied. (NOTE: You can use a food processor, but a blender will give a smoother, more pleasing result.)
  4. Transfer the soup to a large bowl and add the reserved sliced cucumbers and scallions. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and Tabasco to taste. Chill for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  5. From INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS by Bill Telepan and Andrew Friedman, Copyright(C) 2004 by Bill Telepan. Reprinted by permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein19.73%
Fat37.65%
Carbs42.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.75
Glycemic Load
2.55
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.8269564224326%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.05kcal
6.2%
Fat:5.33g
8.19%
Saturated Fat:2.96g
18.52%
Carbohydrates:13.56g
4.52%
Net Carbohydrates:11.69g
4.25%
Sugar:10.06g
11.17%
Cholesterol:17.18mg
5.73%
Sodium:338.54mg
14.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.28g
12.56%
Calcium:208.75mg
20.88%
Vitamin K:19.24µg
18.32%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.71%
Phosphorus:174.03mg
17.4%
Vitamin C:11.32mg
13.73%
Potassium:471.28mg
13.47%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.71%
Vitamin B12:0.67µg
11.09%
Vitamin D:1.59µg
10.6%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.15%
Magnesium:39.92mg
9.98%
Folate:37.21µg
9.3%
Copper:0.18mg
9.05%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.34%
Vitamin A:394.61IU
7.89%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.81%
Selenium:5.43µg
7.76%
Fiber:1.87g
7.49%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.53%
Iron:0.79mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.26%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious