Description
This Watermelon Gazpacho is a delightful, refreshing chilled soup that’s perfect for hot summer days. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe watermelon with savory vegetables, creating a harmonious balance that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this vegan-friendly dish is versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course. Garnished with fresh herbs and served cold, this gazpacho not only elevates your meal but also keeps you cool during those warm summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 watermelon (approx. 9 cups)
- 1 cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper
- 3 roma tomatoes
- 1/4 red onion
- 1 jalapeño
- 3 Tbsp sherry vinegar
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (basil and parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together sherry vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a blender, combine 4.5 cups of watermelon, half a cucumber, half a red bell pepper, two roma tomatoes, and red onion. Blend until smooth.
- Gradually stream in the dressing while blending until fully incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a large container and stir in the remaining diced watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, one roma tomato, jalapeño, and fresh herbs.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving for maximum refreshment.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg