A Soup That You'll Actually WANT On A Hot Day

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Usually the last thing you want on a hot summer day is soup, but we think you’ll make an exception for this chilled dish. Chef Jesse Brune from the OWN show "Home Made Simple" shares his easy recipe for Chilled Cucumber Soup. What makes it ideal for summer? It actually lowers your body temperature.

Watch how he makes it in the above video, and try it yourself for a lunchtime cool-down.

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 English cucumbers peeled and chopped in 1” rounds
  
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  
• 3 green onions, chopped
  
• 1 cup spring water
  
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
  
• 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
  
• 1/4 cup cilantro, lightly chopped (optional)
  
• Sea salt to taste
  
• Black pepper to taste
  
• Lemon zest (for garnish)

Directions
Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until it is a smooth consistency. Add black pepper and salt after blended to taste. Garnish with lemon zest and serve!

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