Spicy Avocado Cucumber Soup with Roasted Corn

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 jalapeño seeded* and cut into 4 pieces
2 cloves garlic
2 cups cucumber chopped
1 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados seeded, peeled and halved
6 oz. Greek yogurt plain
1/2 cup light cream
1/8 tsp. kosher salt or to taste
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. red pepper or more for more heat
1 lemon fresh, juiced
As needed cilantro optional

Toppings

2 ears of corn
2 Tbsp. sunflower seeds
3 Tbsp. scallions chopped

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.