Chilled Avocado And Zucchini Soup

Directions

1. In a steamer set over boiling water steam the zucchini, covered, for 10 min, or possibly till it is very tender. In a blender pure the zucchini with the avocado, halved, peeled, and minced, the buttermilk, 3/4 c. of the ice cubes, the lemon juice, and the cumin, adding sufficient of the additional ice cubes to reach the desired consistency. Divide the soup between 2 bowls and sprinkle it with the chives.
2. Makes about 2 1/4 c., serving 2.
3. Makes about 2 c..