Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Makes 2 servings.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 medium cucumber
  • 1 ripe small california avocado
  • 1 scallion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
    garnish: 2 fresh coriander sprigs

    DIRECTIONS

    Peel cucumber and cut into 4 pieces. Quarter avocado, removing pit, and peel. Cut scallion into large pieces. In a blender purée all ingredients until smooth and season with salt and pepper.

    Serve soup garnished with coriander.