Cucumber and potato soup is a traditional preparation that has found its place in various Latin American cuisines, especially in regions where cucumber and potato are common ingredients. This refreshing and nutritious soup is popular for its mild flavor and creamy texture, making it ideal for both warm days and times of mild cold. In different Latin American countries, this recipe may have various names, but it is generally known as "cold cucumber soup" or simply "cucumber and potato cream." Its origin is humble, connected to the need to use fresh and accessible ingredients, combining the freshness of the cucumber with the body provided by the potato. Thus, it has become a versatile dish that adapts to different tastes and is occasionally served at family gatherings or as a starter in more elaborate menus.
Cucumber and potato soup
How to Make Cucumber and Potato Soup
Peel the cucumber and cut it lengthwise.
Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and discard them.
Chop the cucumber into cubes.
In a heavy 2 1/2-quart saucepan, boil the potatoes in salted water until very tender.
Pour the potatoes and the cooking liquid into a colander or food mill placed over a large bowl.
Pass the potatoes through.
Return to the saucepan.
Add pepper, cream, milk, grated onion, and the cucumber.
Simmer for approximately 5 minutes or until the cucumber is tender.
Add dill and season to taste.
Serve hot.
Ingredients (9)
- Cucumber
- Potatoes
- Salt
- Cold water
- White pepper
- Heavy cream
- Milk
- Green onion
- Dried dill
Instructions (16 steps)
- 1 Peel the cucumber and cut it lengthwise
- 2 Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and discard them
- 3 Chop the cucumber into cubes
- 4 In a heavy 2 1/2-quart saucepan
- 5 boil the potatoes in salted water until very tender
- 6 Pour the potatoes and the cooking liquid into a colander or food mill placed over a large bowl
- 7 Pass the potatoes through
- 8 Return to the saucepan
- 9 Add pepper
- 10 cream
- 11 milk
- 12 grated onion
- 13 and the cucumber
- 14 Simmer for approximately 5 minutes or until the cucumber is tender
- 15 Add dill and season to taste
- 16 Serve hot
Nutritional Information
Calories:
402 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
72g
Fat:
36g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
14mg