Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Watermelon Gazpacho. This chilled soup is a delightful blend of sweet watermelon, crisp vegetables, and zesty herbs, making it an ideal dish for warm weather gatherings or a light meal. The unique combination of ingredients not only creates a stunning presentation but also ensures a nutritious option that is low in calories yet rich in vitamins. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests while keeping you cool.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 watermelon (approx. 9 cups), divided
- 1 cucumber, seeded and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced small
- 3 Tbsp sherry vinegar
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together sherry vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- In a blender, combine 4.5 cups of watermelon with half each of the cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, and red onion; blend until smooth while adding the vinegar mixture.
- Pour into a large container and stir in remaining diced watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, one tomato, jalapeño, and herbs.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving; top with extra olive oil and herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 204mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg