Handwritten recipe for Cucumber Soup from Mrs. Mapp
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Chilled Creamy Cucumber Soup with Sour Cream and Celery Soup Base

Cucumber Soup from Mrs. Mapp
This Creamy Cucumber Soup is a refreshing chilled dish that combines the delicate flavors of cucumber, green pepper, and pimento-stuffed olives with the creamy richness of sour cream and milk. The addition of lemon juice gives it a subtle tang, while a dash of hot sauce adds a gentle kick. Perfect for warm-weather dining, this retro-inspired soup offers a balance of savory and refreshing flavors, making it ideal for picnics, luncheons, and light summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ¾ oz cream of celery soup (1 can)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cucumber (small, peeled and cut into pieces)
  • 1 green pepper (small, chopped)
  • ¼ cup pimento-stuffed olives (diced )
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 dash hot sauce

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Base

  • In a food processor, combine the cream of celery soup, milk, cucumber, green pepper, olives, and hot sauce.

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

  • Blend for 2 minutes or pulse in short bursts for about 6 seconds until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Add Final Ingredients

  • Add sour cream and lemon juice. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 4: Chill and Serve

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving cold.

Tips

  • Use seedless English cucumbers to reduce bitterness and improve texture.
  • Substitute part of the milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
  • Add fresh dill or chives for an herbal note.
  • For extra texture, reserve a small amount of chopped cucumber and stir in after blending.
  • Chill serving bowls beforehand to keep soup extra cold.
  • Reduce sour cream and increase milk for a lighter version.
  • Add a pinch of garlic powder for savory depth.
  • Garnish with thin cucumber slices or a sprinkle of paprika before serving.
  • If the soup is too thick, thin with additional milk a tablespoon at a time.
  • Blend longer for ultra-smooth texture or pulse for a rustic, slightly chunky soup.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.6mg
Keyword chilled soup, creamy soup, cucumber soup, easy blender soup, no-cook recipe, quick lunch, summer soup, vintage recipe
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