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Indulge in the creamy goodness of avocado tzatziki soup
Avocado Tzatziki Soup brings together the Mediterranean charm of tzatziki and the creamy decadence of avocados.
Avocado Tzatziki Soup combines two culinary powerhouses: avocados and tzatziki.
Avocados, known for their creamy texture and healthy fats, lend a luscious base to the soup. Tzatziki, a traditional Greek yoghurt sauce infused with garlic, cucumber, and dill, brings a tangy, refreshing quality that perfectly balances the richness of the avocados. Recipe compliments of The South African Avocado Growers’ Association.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and stoned
- 2 ½ English cucumbers, peeled & deseeded (reserve ½ for garnish)
- 300 ml Greek-style or thick plain yoghurt, plus extra 100ml for serving
- 400 ml vegetable stock
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 clove garlic, grated or crushed
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped fresh mint
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped fresh dill
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped chives
Method
- To make the soup, place the avocado, cucumber, 300ml yoghurt, stock, salt, pepper, lemon juice, garlic and all fresh herbs in a blender. Blend until smooth and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Chill well before serving.
- Slice the remaining ½ cucumber into ribbons garnish the soup. Serve topped with a dollop of yoghurt and garnished with herbs and a grinding of black pepper.
