Description
Spicy watermelon gazpacho is the ultimate summer refreshment, blending the sweetness of ripe watermelon with zesty jalapeños for an invigorating cold soup. Perfect for hot days, this vibrant dish is a feast for the eyes and taste buds alike. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s ideal for picnics or casual gatherings. Enjoy it chilled as a delightful appetizer or light main course that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped (adjust for spice level)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into chunks and dice the cucumber, onion, and jalapeño.
- In a blender, combine the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth while retaining some texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let flavors meld together.
- Serve in bowls or cups garnished with diced cucumbers or avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg