Chilled Cucumber-Yogurt Soup With Bulgur Timbales

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Chilled Cucumber-Yogurt Soup With Bulgur Timbales recipe perfect for a hot summer day
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Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 large cucumbers , peeled , halved lengthwise , and seeded
1 1/3 cups plain low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup 2 % low-fat milk
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
3 -4 tablespoons fruity olive oil
salt , to taste
1 1/3 1 1/3 cups cooked quinoa or 1 1/3 cups cooked short-grain brown rice
1/3 cup tomatoes , seeded and finely diced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons of fresh mint , coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cumin , seeded toasted and finely chopped
salt , to taste
4 fresh mint sprigs , to garnish ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
235
Sugar
7g
Fat
12g
This Chilled Cucumber-Yogurt Soup with Bulgur Timbales recipe is perfect for a hot summer day when you want something light and refreshing. The combination of cool cucumbers and tangy yogurt make for a satisfying soup that's both tasty and healthy. The bulgur timbales add a nice texture contrast to the soup, making each bite more interesting. This recipe takes some time to prepare, but the end result is definitely worth it. Enjoy this soup as a light meal or serve it as an appetizer at your next dinner party.

Instructions

1.Cut cucumber halves into small pieces and blend in a food processor with yogurt and milk until smooth.
2.Pour the mixture into a bowl and stir in lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
3.Chill the soup for at least 2 hours.
4.In a separate bowl, mix cooked quinoa or brown rice, diced tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, mint, cumin, and salt.
5.Divide the mixture among four greased, 1/2-cup timbale molds and press firmly.
6.To serve, carefully unmold each timbale onto a chilled plate and pour soup around it. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.

PROS

This soup is refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.
The bulgur timbales make a nice texture contrast to the chilled soup.

Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water content, making this soup a great choice for those watching their weight.

CONS

This soup may not be suitable for those who are lactose-intolerant or allergic to cucumbers.

It requires some preparation time and planning ahead to chill the soup properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of hydration and contains probiotics from the yogurt which can help improve gut health. Cucumbers are also rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, magnesium, and potassium.

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