Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers

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A calming, refreshing soup with cool cucumber and bright mint that evokes the peaceful stillness of a transformative love moment. This Mediterranean-inspired soup recipe (vegan), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs cucumber, plain yogurt, fresh mint for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 85 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 85 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 diced peeled cucumbers in a blender with 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup packed fresh mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 cup chilled water, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Blend on low speed for 1 minute, then increase to high for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth and vibrant green.
  3. Step 3: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any fibrous bits, pressing gently with a spoon.
  4. Step 4: Chill for at least 1 hour until thoroughly cold.
  5. Step 5: Serve in chilled bowls, garnishing each with a small handful of edible flowers.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers 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 Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers?

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 cucumber from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers?

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 Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers 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 Rendered Still Cucumber-Mint Soup with Edible Flowers vegan?

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

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