Cucumber Mint Cold Soup
A refreshing, cooling soup made with cucumbers, mint, and yogurt, ideal for hot days. This mediterranean-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced cucumber, plain yogurt, chopped fresh mint for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chilled water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a blender, combine 2 diced medium cucumbers, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp chopped dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Blend on low speed until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add 1/2 cup chilled water and blend again until the soup is uniformly smooth and chilled.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cucumber Mint Cold Soup take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 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 Cucumber Mint Cold Soup?
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 plain yogurt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cucumber Mint Cold Soup?
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 Cucumber Mint Cold Soup 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 Cucumber Mint Cold Soup 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for hot days. Made it for a potluck and everyone loved the light, tangy flavor. Easy to double for crowds!
- ★★★★★
This soup was a game-changer for my summer dinners! My kids even asked for seconds—so refreshing with the mint and cucumber combo.
- ★★★★☆
Amazing base recipe! I added a splash of yogurt to cut the mintiness a bit more. Slightly bland without it though.
