Spicy Cucumber−Avocado Soup

  • 1/2 firm−ripe California avocado
    1 1/2 pounds cucumbers, cut into 1/2−inch pieces
    1 (8−oz) container plain low−fat yogurt (1 cup)
    3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
    1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
    1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
    1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh jalapeno chile with seeds
    1 cup small ice cubes
    Garnish: diced avocado and chopped chives

    Peel and pit avocado. Blend all ingredients in a blender until
    very smooth, about 1 minute.