Cool & Creamy Cucumber Gazpacho
Beat the heat with this chilled cucumber gazpacho—packed with vibrant herbs, smooth Greek yogurt, and a subtle kick of jalapeño, all without turning on the stove.
Ingredients
- ⅓ jalapeño seeds removed
- 1 green onion trimmed
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 large English cucumber
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup fresh dill
- 1-2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 ¼ cups plain Greek yogurt divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Garnishes:
- avocado diced
- cucumber diced
- 1 tablespoon shallots very finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped
- cilantro or dill finely chopped
- lime zest
- swirl of yogurt
Instructions
- Toss the jalapeño, green onion, garlic, cucumber, cilantro, dill, lime juice, 1 cup of Greek yogurt, salt, white pepper, cumin, and olive oil into a blender.
- Blend until the soup is creamy and has a smooth consistency. Add a little water or more yogurt if you need to thin it out.
- Taste the blend and tweak the salt, lime, or jalapeño to match your flavor preference.
- Chill the soup in the fridge for an hour or more so it can fully cool.
- Dice your garnishes while it’s cooling—prep the avocado, cucumber, shallots, and herbs.
- Mix the remaining yogurt with a tablespoon of water to make a drizzle for topping.
- Pour the cold soup into bowls and top each one with a swirl of the thinned yogurt.
- Finish with your favorite garnishes—try diced avocado, chopped chives, or lime zest.
- Serve immediately and enjoy it while it’s cold and full of flavor.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Pick English cucumbers if you want fewer seeds and a cleaner, brighter color.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño to match how spicy you like your food.
- If your blender isn’t powerful, start by blending the herbs and liquids first, then add the cucumber. A food processor will work too, but the texture won’t be as smooth.
Nutrition
Calories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 319mgPotassium: 253mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 426IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg
A Note on Nutritional Information
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