European Cold Soups

Salmorejo is a refreshing Andalusian soup that is traditionally served cold. It is especially popular during the warm, summer days. The soup consists of puréed tomatoes, bread, garlic, oil, and vinegar. Thick and creamy, salmorejo is often ... READ MORE

A perfect remedy for a hot summer day called gazpacho is a cold soup consisting of crushed tomatoes, finely chopped cucumbers, onions, peppers, croutons, vinegar, and olive oil. With the same level of familiarity as paella to the consumer... READ MORE

This refreshing, cold beetroot soup is a part of traditional Lithuanian cuisine. It consists of a creamy blend of pickled or boiled beetroots and tangy kefir or buttermilk, poured over grated cucumbers and hard-boiled eggs. The whole soup is gener... READ MORE

Okroshka is a classic Russian cold soup consisting of chopped vegetables, cooked meats, and potatoes in a base of kvass (a fermented wheat drink) or kefir. Depending on the regional varieties, the meat used in okroshka can range ... READ MORE

In Poland, the term chłodnik is used to denote various types of cold vegetable soups, but it is most commonly associated with the beetroot version, known as chłodnik litewski. The soup is made with beets that are simmered until tender and are usua... READ MORE

This thick French soup is made with puréed leeks, onions, potatoes, cream, and chicken stock. There is an ongoing debate about its origin – some claim it has French roots, while others insist that the soup is an American invention. On... READ MORE

Tarator is a Bulgarian cold soup made with Bulgarian yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, chopped dill, sunflower oil, walnuts, and a bit of water or ice. However, there are numerous varieties of this refreshing soup (especially in North Macedonia), so some... READ MORE

This Andalusian cold almond soup is known as the precursor of gazpacho; it originated during the Moorish middle ages, predating the arrival of tomatoes and peppers by several centuries. Ajoblanco traditionally consisted of a puréed... READ MORE

This sweet chilled soup made with sour cherries and sour cream is a traditional summertime dish. Also known as hideg meggyleves, meggykeszőce or cseresznyeleves, it is prepared throughout the country as soon as cherries ... READ MORE

Aukstā zupa is a refreshing Latvian cold soup with an unusual, deep pink color. It is made with beets, cucumbers, kefir, hard-boiled eggs, and milk sausage. Greens such as dill and scallions are essential, and most people also enjoy the soup with ... READ MORE

Gazpacho de mango or mango gazpacho is a variety of Spanish gazpacho, a refreshing soup that’s traditionally enjoyed cold. As the name suggests, this version is based on mangoes, which are combined with other ingredients su... READ MORE

Dovga is a soup made by cooking yogurt with a variety of fresh herbs such as dill, mint, and coriander. It is the national dish of Azerbaijan and can be served either cold in the summer as a refreshment, or warm in the winter. If it's served chill... READ MORE

Khaladnik is a cold beet soup that has been a staple of Belarusian cuisine since the late 18th century. It is made with boiled beets mixed with kefir, cucumbers, spring onions, and dill. The soup is traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream... READ MORE

Porra Antequerana is a Spanish soup originating from the Malaga town called Antequera. Originally, the soup was served warm, and it was made with old bread, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, vegetables, pieces of ham, hard-boiled eggs, and other ingred... READ MORE

Mazamorra is a simple, yet flavorful traditional cold soup that originates from the southern region of Andalusia, particularly Cordoba, and is made primarily from bread, garlic, olive oil, salt, and vinegar, thickened with ground almonds. The cons... READ MORE

Sopeao is a variation on gazpacho that's prepared in Andalusia, particulary in the area of Sevilla. This cold soup is made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, stale bread, olive oil, salt, and vinegar. Hard-boiled eggs and tuna are often ... READ MORE

Ovdukh is a refreshing Azerbaijani cold soup made with yogurt, water, cucumbers, and spring onions. In order to prepare it, yogurt is combined with water that has been boiled, then left to cool. The concoction is then mixed with chopped cucumbers,... READ MORE

Arjamolho is a traditional cold soup or salad from the Algarve region. It is made with ingredients such as stale bread, tomatoes, green peppers, garlic, olive oil, oregano, wine vinegar, water, and salt. The ingredients are mixed together to creat... READ MORE