Watermelon Gazpacho
Watermelon Gazpacho is a refreshing and vibrant chilled soup that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful dish combines sweet, juicy watermelon with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a unique flavor profile that’s both satisfying and invigorating. Whether served as an appetizer or a light meal, this gazpacho will impress your guests and keep you cool on hot days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe watermelon, cubed (seedless)
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Chop the watermelon, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces.
- In a blender, combine watermelon, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, basil leaves, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to chill.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or additional lime juice if needed.
- Serve in bowls or glasses garnished with extra basil or diced vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, try incorporating mint or cilantro. - Experiment by adding avocado for creaminess or jalapeño for heat. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; it tastes best cold.