Description
Don’t let the fancy name fool you — this Fruity Summer Cold Pineapple Soup is a refreshing, no-fuss treat that feels like a tropical vacation in a bowl. Inspired by chilled gazpacho and bursting with natural tropical flavors, it’s the perfect antidote to those hot summer days when you want something light, fruity, and hydrating. Whether you’re a fan of cold fruit soups or new to the idea, this recipe will win you over with its sweet and tangy magic. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free (unless you decide to add a sprinkle of cojita cheese for a little salty contrast).
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen; avoid canned for added sugars)
- 1 small ripe banana (adds natural sweetness and creaminess)
- 1/2 cup guava juice (or substitute with apple juice)
- 1/4 cup coconut cream (for a luscious tropical texture)
- Juice of 1 lime (to balance the sweetness with bright acidity)
- 5-6 fresh basil leaves (or substitute with mint for a different herbal note)
- 3 pitted dates (for natural sweetness)
- Pinch of salt (to enhance flavors)
- Optional garnish: Crumbled cojita cheese for a salty finish
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: If using fresh pineapple, cut into chunks. If frozen, no need to thaw completely. Pit the dates and squeeze the lime juice.
- Blend the Soup: In a high-speed blender, combine pineapple chunks, banana, guava juice, coconut cream, lime juice, basil leaves, dates, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste & Adjust: Check for sweetness or tanginess. Add more lime juice for zing or extra dates for sweetness. If too thick, add a splash of water or more juice.
- Chill: Pour the soup into a covered container and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours — chilling is key to develop those refreshing flavors.
- Serve: Pour into chilled bowls or glasses. Garnish with crumbled cojita cheese or a few fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Use a blender that can handle frozen fruit easily to get a velvety texture. Chilling the soup before serving is essential to bring out its full flavor. Fresh pineapple is best; canned pineapple often has added sugars that can throw off the balance. The combination of pineapple and fresh herbs like basil adds a bright, natural tropical flavor that’s both sweet and herbal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: Pinch
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg