Chilled Creamy Melon Soup
Whip up this creamy, cool melon soup and enjoy it as a simple lunch, protein-packed breakfast, or easy side dish.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 89kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves coarsely chopped
- 1 small cantaloupe
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper or less if preferred
- ¼ cup non-dairy or regular milk optional
For serving
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
- yogurt to drizzle
- fresh mint leaves whole or chopped
Instructions
- Combine yogurt, mint, cantaloupe, lime juice, salt, and cayenne pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and store in an airtight container for at least 2 hours.
- Taste again after it’s chilled. Add milk 1-2 tablespoons at a time to reach desired consistency. Add more salt, lime juice, or cayenne pepper to taste.
- Serve up topped with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios and a drizzle of more yogurt.
Recipe Tips
- Though fresh lime juice complements the cantaloupe nicely, you can vary the taste by trying lemon or even freshly squeezed orange juice.
- The soup may thicken once chilled. If you prefer a thinner soup, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of milk to the bowl until you reach your desired consistency.
- Leftover soup will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. If possible, do not add the toppings to the soup until you’re ready to serve it again.
Nutrition
Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3227IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg