Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes, or overnight.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the strawberry mixture until smooth.
- Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream and sour cream together until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream mixture into the strawberry puree.
- Stir in the chopped mint.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
One serving (1 cup) contains:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
This chilled strawberry soup is a light and refreshing summer treat. It is creamy and sweet, with a hint of tartness from the lemon juice. The fresh mint adds a touch of brightness and flavor.
User Comments:
- "This soup is amazing! It's so light and refreshing, and the strawberry flavor is perfect."
- "I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so smooth and velvety."
- "I was surprised at how easy this soup was to make. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy dessert."
- "This soup is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar to 1/2 cup."
- "I made this soup for a party and everyone loved it! It's a great summer recipe that everyone can enjoy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender. Just be sure to puree the mixture in batches to avoid spilling.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
