Spanish-Style Chilled Avocado Soup
This is a silky smooth, filling soup that's perfect for a hot summer night. The Spanish seasonings—cumin, hot paprika, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice—complement the mild flavor of the avocado, and elevate it to an amazing level. A salad on the side makes this a complete meal!
Special Equipment Needed
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 bunch green onions white parts only, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon hot paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender, and purée until smooth.3 ripe avocados
- Add the onion, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and sour cream and purée until smooth.1 bunch green onions, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon hot paprika, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ cup sour cream
- Pour the soup into a metal bowl. Add the chicken stock and cold water and stir to mix well. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.2 cups chicken stock, 1 cup ice-cold water, Salt and black pepper
- Put the bowl in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours.
- Chopped cilantro, chopped cooked shrimp, and salsa are all great garnishes for this soup!
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 107kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 182mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 421IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
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The Spice of Your Life - https://thespiceofyourlife.com
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