Cold Cucumber Soup with Basil, Dill, and Mint Recipe
This refreshing Cold Cucumber Soup combines crisp Persian cucumbers with creamy Greek yogurt, vibrant herbs, and a hint of lemon for a light, flavorful dish perfect for warm days. It’s a chilled, herbaceous soup that’s quick to prepare and elegantly garnished with fresh herbs and cucumbers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 6 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced, reserve a few slices for garnish
- 1½ cups plain whole milk Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, plus more for garnish
- 1 garlic clove
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon honey
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh mint or chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Thinly slice 6 Persian cucumbers, reserving a few slices for garnish later. Gather fresh basil, dill, garlic, and other ingredients to have them ready for blending.
- Blend the Soup: In a blender, combine the cucumbers, plain whole milk Greek yogurt, fresh basil leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, fresh dill, garlic clove, sea salt, honey, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper. Blend the mixture until completely smooth and well combined.
- Chill the Soup: Transfer the blended soup to a container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. This chilling allows the flavors to meld and the soup to become refreshingly cold.
- Serve: When ready to serve, ladle the chilled soup into bowls. Drizzle a little extra olive oil over each serving. Garnish with the reserved cucumber slices, additional freshly ground black pepper, and fresh dill, mint, and/or chives for an aromatic and colorful presentation.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness by using more or less Greek yogurt or adding a splash of cold water.
- If Persian cucumbers aren’t available, regular cucumbers peeled and seeded can be substituted.
- For a tangier soup, increase the lemon juice slightly to taste.
- Make sure to chill the soup adequately—it tastes best cold.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
