Cucumber Vichyssoise

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: French

A chilled cucumber and potato soup with subtle onion and parsley flavors, finished with cream. Perfect for summer starters or light, refreshing meals.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sliced onion
  • 2 cups diced and unpeeled cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup diced potato
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 sprigs parsley
  • paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 cup all-purpose cream

Instructions

  1. Place onion, cucumber, and potato in a saucepan; add broth, parsley, salt, pepper, and dry mustard.
  2. Bring to a boil; cover and cook until potato is barely tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Puree the mixture in a blender until smooth and chill thoroughly.
  4. When ready to serve, stir in the cream and serve in chilled soup bowls.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

340 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.9g 30% DV
Total Fat 13.5g 17% DV
Carbs 51.5g 19% DV
Fiber 20g 71% DV
Sugar 4.9g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9995.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 2716.3mg 58% DV
Cholesterol 0.5mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 621mcg 69% DV
Vitamin C 65.8mg 73% DV
Calcium 128.3mg 10% DV
Iron 19.7mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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