Cold Mango Soup from Carla

3 mangos, coarsely diced

3 cucumbers, peeled, deseeded and coarsely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and ribs removed, chopped
1 clove of garlic
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
juice and zest of one lime
1/2 cup ice cubes – I did not do this – I added an extra ¼ c water instead
1/2 water
1 can coconut milk
S&P to taste

Throw all ingredients into the blender and blend until smooth. If too thick, add more water or milk to thin.

Garnish with one of all of the following: chopped red onion, mint leaves, toasted coconut, yogurt or coconut milk swirl, dusting of curry powder...

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