Flavorful Chilled Miso Cucumber Soup
Flavorful Chilled Miso Cucumber Soup is a refreshing summer dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the rich umami of white miso. This creamy, chilled soup is perfect for warm weather, bringing vibrant flavors to your table while keeping you cool. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrition, it’s an ideal accompaniment for picnics or light lunches. Garnish with fresh green onions and sesame oil for an extra touch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers (about 500g), chopped
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash and peel if desired. Chop into small pieces, reserving half for garnish.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine chopped cucumbers, miso paste, vegetable broth, sesame oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If thick, add more vegetable broth until desired texture is reached. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill the Soup: Pour into a bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to meld flavors.
- Serve: Stir well before serving in bowls, garnished with reserved cucumber chunks and sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg