Cold Avocado & Cucumber Soup

This soup is perfect on a hot summer day or served in shot glasses as a starter for an impromptu dinner party.

Ingredients:

• (1) Large Cucumber, peeled (or not) and roughly chopped to fit in blender
• (1) Avocado, pitted and peeled
• (3) Scallions, white and pale green parts only
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup vegetable broth or cold water
• 1/4 tsp salt (optional)

If you like some spice you can add 1 tsp hot sauce

Instructions:

1. Put all ingredients in blender or food processor
2. Turn on and blend until mixture is chunky or as smooth as you like (about 1 minute)
3. Serve immediately or put in refrigerator to chill.

Garnish options:

• Toasted green pumpkin seeds
• Finely diced cucumber and avocado
• Diced mango