Description
A wonderfully refreshing and creamy soup, perfect for hot summer days. This vibrant dish is packed with zesty lime and rich avocado, offering a delightful balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe Hass avocados, pitted and scooped
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (from 3–4 limes)
- 2 cups cool vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion (white and light green parts) or 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for sautéing)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or mint, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 small jalapeño, deseeded and minced (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Ingredients: Halve and pit avocados, scoop out flesh. Juice limes. Mince green onion, garlic (if using), jalapeño (if using), and chop herbs.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics (Optional): If desired, sauté minced green onion, garlic, and jalapeño in a tiny bit of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until softened. Let cool slightly.
- 3. Blend: In a high-speed blender, combine avocado flesh, lime juice, cool broth, sautéed (or raw) aromatics, and most of the fresh herbs. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
- 4. Chill: Pour soup into an airtight container. Cover tightly, pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the soup. Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours to chill thoroughly and allow flavors to meld.
- 5. Taste & Serve: Stir well, taste, and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, lime juice) as needed. Serve chilled, garnished with reserved fresh herbs and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins (optional sauté)