Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt

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A refreshing cold soup blending crisp cucumbers, cool mint, and creamy Greek yogurt, perfect for warm days or as a light appetizer. This Mediterranean-inspired soup recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs English cucumbers, plain Greek yogurt, fresh mint leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 100 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 100 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel 2 large English cucumbers, then chop into chunks and place in a blender.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 small minced garlic clove, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the blender.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup cold water to loosen the mixture and blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.
  5. Step 5: Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the soup to become refreshingly cool.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep english cucumbers from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Chilled Mint Cucumber Soup with Greek Yogurt vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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