Cucumber-Yogurt Soup with Pepperoncini

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Cucumber-Yogurt Soup with Pepperoncini
45 min.
6
62kcal

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Looking for a refreshing dish that’s perfect for warm days or as a light starter? This Cucumber-Yogurt Soup with Pepperoncini is just what you need! Bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy textures, this vegetarian and gluten-free soup will delight your taste buds while being kind to your waistline at only 62 calories per serving.

The combination of fresh cucumbers and tangy yogurt creates a cooling effect that will instantly transport you to a sunny Mediterranean getaway. The addition of pepperoncini adds a subtle kick, enhancing the overall flavor profile and making each spoonful a delightful experience. With its vibrant green hue, this soup not only looks stunning in your bowl but also brings a fresh, garden-like sparkle to your meal.

With just a few simple ingredients and 45 minutes of your time, you can whip up this delightful dish that serves six people. It’s perfect as an appetizer, a light lunch, or even a snack to enjoy throughout the day. Plus, it's a fantastic way to incorporate more veggies into your diet without sacrificing taste. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your blender, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious and nutritious Cucumber-Yogurt Soup!

Ingredients

  • cup buttermilk 
  • pound cucumber peeled seeded coarsely chopped for serving
  • 0.3 cup optional: dill chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 10  pepperoncini peppers stemmed seeded chopped
  • servings salt 
  • cup yogurt plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a blender, puree the chopped cucumbers with the chopped pepperoncini, the pickling liquid, 2 tablespoons of the dill, the yogurt and buttermilk until very smooth. Stir in the cumin and the remaining dill and season with salt. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
  2. Ladle the soup into 6 bowls.
  3. Serve each bowl with a whole pepperoncini and cucumber spears on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein27.87%
Fat23.13%
Carbs49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11
Glycemic Load
0.79
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.6926087555678%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.85mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:62.39kcal
3.12%
Fat:1.63g
2.51%
Saturated Fat:0.83g
5.17%
Carbohydrates:7.79g
2.6%
Net Carbohydrates:6.64g
2.41%
Sugar:6.46g
7.18%
Cholesterol:5.22mg
1.74%
Sodium:272.24mg
11.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.43g
8.86%
Vitamin C:18.24mg
22.11%
Calcium:145.14mg
14.51%
Phosphorus:121.03mg
12.1%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.67%
Potassium:319.59mg
9.13%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.22%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.9%
Vitamin K:7.23µg
6.89%
Vitamin A:332.16IU
6.64%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.47%
Folate:25.26µg
6.32%
Magnesium:25.05mg
6.26%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.18%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.13%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.94%
Fiber:1.15g
4.58%
Copper:0.09mg
4.46%
Selenium:3.08µg
4.4%
Vitamin D:0.52µg
3.47%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.12%
Source:My Recipes