Abdoogh Khiar: Iran’s Ultimate Refreshing Summer Soup 🥣

Beat the heat this summer with Abdoogh Khiar, a traditional Persian cold yogurt soup that’s healthy, delicious, and ready in just 15 minutes! 🕒 Made with simple natural ingredients, it’s a cooling delight for hot days.

Why Yogurt & Cucumber? 🥒🍶
Yogurt, a staple of Persian and Mediterranean cuisine, naturally cools the body, while cucumber adds crunch and freshness. Variations of this combination appear globally: Turks love Cacik, Greeks enjoy Tzatziki, and Iranians have perfected Abdoogh Khiar.

What is Abdoogh Khiar?
“Doogh” refers to buttermilk from yogurt, but this soup uses a blend of plain yogurt and tangy buttermilk as the base. Into this creamy foundation, a colorful mix of herbs, cucumbers, walnuts, raisins, and even rose petals is added. ❄️

The result? A refreshing, aromatic, protein-rich soup that’s vegetarian-friendly and perfect for summer. The raisins add natural sweetness, while walnuts provide crunch—every spoonful is a burst of flavor!

🌿 Ingredients You’ll Need:

• Plain Yogurt: Persian yogurt is tangier; store-bought works too.

• Persian Cucumbers: Remove seeds for best texture.

• Raisins: Dark red preferred, but green works.

• Walnuts: Chopped pecans or pistachios can be a substitute.

• Herbs: Dill & mint are classic. Fresh or dried works.

• Dried Rose Petals & Rosewater (optional) for aroma & color.

• Salt & Pepper

• Ice Cubes or Cold Water to adjust thickness.

How to Serve:
Tear some bread into your bowl, pour the Abdoogh Khiar over it, let it soak for a few minutes, and enjoy! Each spoonful gives you a perfect balance of creamy yogurt, crunchy walnuts, sweet raisins, fresh herbs, and soaked bread.

✨ Pro Tip: Add extra ice cubes for an ultra-refreshing summer experience!

This Persian cold yogurt soup is not just a meal—it’s a tradition, a cooling ritual, and a healthy delight for hot days. 🌞