Cucumber Dill Soup
Cold soups are a refreshing starter or a perfect light lunch on a hot summer's day. This tasty cucumber and dill soup is a great way to kickoff your next summer barbecue.
Ingredients
For 6 people
- 4 large cucumbers, peeled and seeded
- 2 medium onions
- 1/4 cup(s) light butter
- 2 to 3 drops green food coloring
- 3 cup(s) fat-free, low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon(s) dried dill weed
- 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
- 2 cup(s) fat-free sour cream
- 1 cup(s) fresh or dried dill
Directions
Cut several thin slices of cucumber for garnish; soak in ice water until needed. Chop remaining cucumber and onion. Saute in butter until wilted but not browned. Process sauteed vegetables with 2-3 drops of green food coloring in blender or food processor until smooth. Return to saucepan. Add chicken stock, lemon juice, dill (crush seeds lightly) and salt; simmer 5 minutes. Chill 6 hours. Just before serving, stir in sour cream. Garnish with crisp cucumber slices and sprinkle with fresh or dried dill.
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 306.04 kcal
- Fibers (g): 1.84g
- Sodium (mg): 300.94mg
- Carbs: 17.8g
- Fat: 24.53g
- Saturated fat (g): 14.17g
- Proteins: 6.46g