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Farmers Market Chilled Soup with Cucumber Salad

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A vibrant, refreshing chilled soup featuring sweet corn, ripe tomatoes, and a crunchy cucumber salad, perfect for summer.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ears sweet corn
  • 3 cups sungold tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup yellow bell pepper, diced medium
  • 1/2 cup white onion, diced medium
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced small
  • 1/2 cup red onion, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Corn: Start by shucking the corn. Use a sharp knife to slice the kernels off the cob.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Toss in the white onion and yellow bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the Fresh Ingredients: Toss in the corn and halved Sungold tomatoes. Cook for an additional 3–4 minutes.
  4. Season It Up: Pour in the apple cider vinegar, add salt and black pepper, and stir.
  5. Blend to Perfection: Remove the pot from heat, let it cool, then purée the soup until desired consistency.
  6. Chill the Soup: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld.
  7. Prepare the Cucumber Salad: Combine diced cucumber, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and seasoning in a bowl and toss.

Notes

Great variations include adding a pinch of cayenne for heat, or a dollop of yogurt for creaminess.

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Keywords: chilled soup, summer recipe, vegetarian, fresh ingredients, corn, tomatoes

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