1/2 firm-ripe California avocado
1 3/4 English cucumbers (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (8 ounce) container plain low-fat yogurt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
1-cup small ice cubes

Garnish: diced avocado and chopped chives.

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

Yield: 6 servings