No-Cook Cucumber & Avocado Soup

IN THE KITCHEN: NO-COOK CUCUMBER & AVOCADO SOUP

It doesn't get much simpler...or more fresh! It's kind of like a smoothie as an appetizer. Healthy fats from the avocado, hydration from the cucumber, vitamin boost from both the cucumber and cilantro (the latter of which also helps detox!).

NO-COOK CUCUMBER & AVOCADO SOUP

Ingredients

8 cucumbers (*No need to peel them, yay!)

4 avocados, peels and pits removed

1 jalapeno, seeds removed (optional)

½ bunch cilantro

1 sprig mint, stems removed

1 lime, juiced

2 tsp salt

Chopped cucumber or radish as decoration

1) Slice cucumbers lengthwise; scoop out seeds with a spoon, then roughly chop into chunks. Puree cucumbers in a high-speed blender. 

2) Add avocados, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, mint leaves, lime juice, and salt. Blend on high until all ingredients have been well pureed (about 1-2 mins).

3) Add water as desired to thin soup. Taste and re-season if desired.

4) Ladle a serving of the soup into a bowl. Place the chopped cucumber or radish on top to garnish.