Description
Spicy watermelon gazpacho is a vibrant summer soup that combines the sweetness of ripe watermelon with zesty jalapeños and refreshing vegetables. This chilled dish is perfect for hot days, offering a delightful balance of flavors that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare, it serves as an eye-catching centerpiece for any gathering or a light meal that will keep you cool during warm afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe watermelon, diced (about 1 small watermelon)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting the watermelon, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño.
- In a blender, combine all the chopped ingredients along with lime juice and sea salt.
- Blend until smooth yet textured—aim for a thick smoothie consistency.
- Transfer to a bowl or container and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chilled in bowls or glasses, garnished with additional diced jalapeños or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg