Cucumber Soup

Total Time:Prep: 25 min. + chilling

Recipe by Beverly Sprague, Baltimore, Maryland

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

In Baltimore, Maryland, Beverly Sprague dresses up this milk soup with a colorful selection of savory garnishes. A topping of crunchy almonds contrasts nicely with this smooth soup.

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium cucumbers
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons salt, optional
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • toppings:
    • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
    • 3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
    • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
    • 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
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Directions

  1. Peel cucumbers; halve lengthwise and remove seeds. Cut into chunks. In a blender, cover and puree cucumbers and broth in small batches.
  2. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the sour cream, vinegar, salt if desired and garlic until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Stir before serving. Garnish with tomatoes, almonds, onions and parsley.
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