Nutrients per serving
- Protein: 4.5 grams
- Fat: 11.0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 11.0 grams
- Calories: 161
Greenhouse Cucumbers
Cucumber Vichyssoise
The traditional version of vichyssoise is a delicious cold soup created by a very famous French chef at The Ritz Carlton Hotel in New York City. This updated version adds the fresh flavor of cucumber.
Preparation Time:
15 Minutes
Cooking Time: 20 Minutes
Chilling Time: 1 to 2 Hours
Servings: 6
Cooking Time: 20 Minutes
Chilling Time: 1 to 2 Hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) butter
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped onion
- 3 cups (750 mL) chicken broth
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 large Ontario Greenhouse Cucumber, coarsely chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) light cream
- Chopped chives or green onions
Preparation:
Melt butter in large frypan; add onion and cook about 5 minutes until softened. Add chicken broth and potatoes; cook, covered, about 15 minutes until potato is tender. Cool slightly; purée along with cucumber in blender in several small batches until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until well chilled; add cream. Serve sprinkled with chives.
