Description
Refresh your summer with this vibrant watermelon gazpacho, a delightful blend of ripe watermelon, crunchy vegetables, and zesty lime. This chilled soup is perfect for hot days, offering a unique balance of sweet and savory flavors. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it serves as an eye-catching centerpiece at any gathering. Enjoy it as an appetizer or a light main dish that celebrates the essence of summer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 1 small watermelon)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (peeled if desired)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Chop the watermelon into chunks and dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and onion.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, lime juice, and mint. Blend until smooth; pulse for a chunkier texture if desired.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or additional lime juice as needed.
- Transfer to a bowl or pitcher, cover with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving in bowls; garnish with extra diced cucumber or mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Light Meal
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 12mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding herbs like basil or spices like cayenne for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; enjoy chilled.
