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Iced Cucumber Soup with Mint, Watercress, and Feta Cheese

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026

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This vibrant iced cucumber soup with mint and watercress is the ultimate refreshing dish for a warm summer afternoon. The combination of cooling cucumber and peppery watercress creates a bright, clean base, while the addition of savoury feta cheese and creamy Greek yogurt provides a lovely depth of flavour. It is a sophisticated take on a classic chilled soup, offering a beautiful balance of fresh herbs and textured garnishes.

As a light vegetarian starter or a healthy lunch, this recipe is incredibly simple to prepare as it requires no cooking. The soup can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavours of the fresh oregano and garlic to develop fully. Serve it icy cold with a topping of chopped egg and chives for a nutritious, protein-rich finish.

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Ingredients for Iced Cucumber Soup with Mint, Watercress, and Feta Cheese

  • 450g Persian or Japanese cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices (about 600ml )

  • 475ml low-salt chicken broth or vegetable broth

  • 110g finely crumbled feta cheese (about 90g )

  • 120g chopped white onion

  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

  • 1/2 cup loosely packed watercress leaves

  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves

  • 1 small garlic clove, peeled

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 17.170g container whole-milk or nonfat yoghurt (preferably Greek

  • about 475ml )

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chilled, coarsely chopped

  • 45ml chopped fresh chives

How to make Iced Cucumber Soup with Mint, Watercress, and Feta Cheese

Puree cucumbers, broth, feta, onion, mint, watercress, oregano, garlic, and salt in blender until smooth. Pour soup into large bowl; whisk in yoghurt. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Soup can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.

Before serving, put soup in freezer 30 minutes. Pour into bowls; top with chopped egg and chives.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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