Chilled Peach and Basil Soup with Yogurt

A refreshing cold summer soup made from ripe peaches, creamy yogurt and fresh basil. It tastes fruity and mild with a pleasant tang, and is suitable as a light starter or summer lunch.

By yumbelo · 4 servings · 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 800 g ripe peaches
• 250 g plain yogurt
• 150 ml cold water
• 1 tbsp lemon (juice)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 bunch basil
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Wash the peaches, halve them, remove the stones and roughly dice them. Set aside a few wedges for garnish.
2. Place the diced peaches with water, lemon juice and honey in a tall container and purée finely.
3. Add the yogurt and half of the basil leaves and purée again until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Chill the soup for at least 2 hours, then pour into bowls, garnish with the reserved peach wedges and remaining basil, and serve.