Orange and Zucchini Cold Soup

Cool, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Orange and Zucchini Cold Soup is a vibrant twist on chilled soups that’s perfect for warm weather. Featuring the natural sweetness of fresh oranges paired with the subtle earthiness of zucchini, this recipe balances tangy Greek yogurt and aromatic mint for a creamy yet bright dish. With a zesty kick from orange zest and a hint of garlic, the soup is blended to silky perfection and chilled to intensify its flavors. It’s an effortless, no-cook recipe ready in minutes, making it ideal for healthy summer lunches or light appetizers. Serve it beautifully garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh mint leaves for a dazzling presentation that will elevate any table. Perfect keywords: "cold zucchini soup," "orange soup recipe," "no-cook summer soups," "refreshing healthy soups."

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 large oranges
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 5 fresh mint leaves
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the zucchini, then cut into small chunks.

Step 2

Zest one of the oranges and set the zest aside. Juice both oranges into a small bowl.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the zucchini chunks, orange juice, plain Greek yogurt, vegetable broth, olive oil, mint leaves, garlic clove, orange zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Transfer the soup to a large bowl or pitcher, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the soup to chill thoroughly.

Step 6

When ready to serve, give the soup a quick stir and ladle into bowls. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and additional fresh mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1447.6 grams (1447.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	909

Total Fat 38.00g	49%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 25mg	8%
Sodium 5840mg	254%
Total Carbohydrate 115.70g	42%
Dietary Fiber 20.20g	72%
Total Sugars 75.10g
Protein 40.70g	81%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 709mg	55%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2784mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 47.8%