Keep these flavor-packed recipes on hand for when summer produce (and temperatures) hit their peak.

Who doesn’t love a cucumber? Picklers, slicers, green or yellow, smooth or bumpy, thin- or thick-skinned, chubby Kirbys, little cornichons, English, Japanese, Persian. Good thing then that with ...

But you still have to eat, right? We suggest you play it cool come dinnertime with this L.A. Times Test Kitchen recipe for chilled cucumber, avocado and buttermilk soup. Advertisement PLUS: Beat ...

May is not the month to be stewing over hot fires and perspiring into hot stews. Instead, I present to you my saviour of the season - the cold soup.

food Cooking 3 chilled soup recipes starring lemongrass, cucumber and even peaches Fresh flavors and delicate techniques elevate summer soups.

WHEN IT’S TOO warm for hot soup and I’m too tired to stand at the stove, no big deal: I’m still up for a soupçon of “Soup’s on!” I come by it naturally. My grandmother used to head to ...

The recipe greatly struck my fancy because of Julia’s adorable pronunciation of cucumber — koo-kahm-brey. Unlike some of her dishes, this one is simple — or “a very quick and nice one ...

Chilled cucumber and melon soup is a refreshing no-cook recipe with vibrant flavors. Perfect for hot summer days or as a light, elegant starter.

In a blender combine cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, parsley, ice cubes and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Keep soup chilled until ready to serve.