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Chilled avocado and yoghurt soup with sweet melon

By Abigail Donnelly
4 to 6
Easy
10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable stock
  • 250 g tub fat-free yoghurt
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 sweet melon
  • 15 g fresh basil, for garnishing
  • 2 T pine nuts, toasted, for garnishing

Method

In a processor, blend the avocado, onion, stock, yoghurt and lemon juice, until smooth. Add the zest and season to taste. Spoon into bowls. Using a melon baller, scoop the melon into small balls and place a few in each bowl. Garnish with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts.
Per serving: 833.4kJ, 6.3g protein, 13.5g fat, 16g carbs