Watermelon Gazpacho
Watermelon gazpacho is a refreshing chilled soup that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. This vibrant dish combines sweet, juicy watermelon with crisp cucumbers and zesty lime, creating a delightful flavor profile perfect for hot days. Ideal as a light lunch or an appetizer at gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests and keep you cool. Dive into this colorful bowl of goodness that tantalizes your taste buds and showcases the best of seasonal produce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 cups (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the watermelon into chunks and dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- In a blender, combine watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, lime juice, and mint leaves. Blend until smooth or pulse for a chunkier texture.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper; blend briefly again.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled in bowls or cups garnished with extra mint or diced cucumber.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg