COLD CUCUMBER SOUP

This time of year take advantage of the abundance of fresh, locally grown fruits and veggies. In California tomatoes are just beginning, but I've had cucumbers for a couple of weeks. This is easy to make but may need to be done in batches. As you process the soup, pour everything in a large bowl and stir together.

6 large cucumbers peeled, seeded and cut into large chunks

2 cups cilantro with stems

3/4 cup mint leaves

1 small onion chopped

3 cloves of garlic

Juice of three large limes about 5 tablespoons

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 cup mayonnaise (my recipe mayo/aioli)

Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime slice