How to Make Simple Cucumber Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather starts to warm up, there is nothing quite like a refreshing and light soup to enjoy. One of the best options for this time of year is a simple cucumber soup. This dish is not only easy to make, but it is also incredibly delicious and perfect for those hot summer days.

Using just a few ingredients, this simple cucumber soup comes together in no time. The key to this recipe is fresh, crisp cucumbers that are in season. The natural sweetness and crunch of the cucumbers m...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 2 large English cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups vegetable broth

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 3

  • Heat butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until butter melts. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add cucumbers and zucchini; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Purée soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
  • Nutrition

    151 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 500mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 524mg