This Chilled Strawberry Soup takes the familiar flavors of strawberries and balances them with the peppery kick of black pepper, the fresh herbal notes of basil, and the crisp crunch of radishes. It's perfect for warm weather -- light, refreshing, and versatile.
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Did you know that chilled strawberry soup is a delightful twist on a classic European summer tradition?
Originating in Hungary, where fruit soups are a beloved way to beat the heat, this vibrant dish combines the sweetness of strawberries with a surprising kick of black pepper and the freshness of basil, creating a flavor profile that's both refreshing and unexpectedly sophisticated.
Originating in Hungary, where fruit soups are a beloved way to beat the heat, this vibrant dish combines the sweetness of strawberries with a surprising kick of black pepper and the freshness of basil, creating a flavor profile that's both refreshing and unexpectedly sophisticated.
I first had a chilled strawberry soup on a Carnival Cruise. It was so good (although the photo isn't that great due to the lighting in the dining room) that I had to re-create it at home. Below is that recipe.
Is Chilled Strawberry Soup Worth Making?
It’s a dish worth exploring when the temperatures rise, offering a cooling escape that’s both satisfying and sophisticated. Whether served as a unique starter or a refreshing dessert, this soup showcases how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
It’s a dish worth exploring when the temperatures rise, offering a cooling escape that’s both satisfying and sophisticated. Whether served as a unique starter or a refreshing dessert, this soup showcases how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Chilled Strawberry Soup with Basil, Radishes, and Black Pepper
Yields approximately 2 to 3 servings, depending on portion size
Ingredients:
Yields approximately 2 to 3 servings, depending on portion size
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup cold water (or more for desired consistency)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (plus extra for garnish)
- A pinch of salt
- Basil leaves and sliced strawberries for garnish
Directions:
Blend the Soup Base:
In a blender, combine the strawberries, chopped basil, honey, lemon juice, yogurt, water, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness or acidity if needed by adding more honey or lemon juice.
Chill:
Pour the soup into a large bowl or individual serving bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the soup is well chilled.
Prepare the Radishes:
While the soup is chilling, thinly slice the radishes. For extra crispiness, soak the slices in ice water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Serve:
Stir the soup before serving. Garnish each bowl with the sliced radishes, a sprinkle of black pepper, fresh basil leaves, and a few strawberry slices.
Enjoy:
Serve the soup cold as a refreshing starter or a light dessert on a warm day.
Blend the Soup Base:
In a blender, combine the strawberries, chopped basil, honey, lemon juice, yogurt, water, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness or acidity if needed by adding more honey or lemon juice.
Chill:
Pour the soup into a large bowl or individual serving bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the soup is well chilled.
Prepare the Radishes:
While the soup is chilling, thinly slice the radishes. For extra crispiness, soak the slices in ice water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Serve:
Stir the soup before serving. Garnish each bowl with the sliced radishes, a sprinkle of black pepper, fresh basil leaves, and a few strawberry slices.
Enjoy:
Serve the soup cold as a refreshing starter or a light dessert on a warm day.
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