Watermelon Gazpacho

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Watermelon Gazpacho
30 min.
4
533kcal

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Fresh, vibrant, and oh-so-refreshing, Watermelon Gazpacho is the perfect dish to celebrate the bounty of summer produce. This chilled soup is not only stunning in appearance with its bright pink hues but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an excellent choice for a light lunch or a standout dinner. Perfectly aligning with vegetarian and vegan diets, it is a creamy delight without any dairy, ensuring everyone can indulge.

At the heart of this gazpacho is the star ingredient, juicy watermelon, which lends a natural sweetness and a burst of hydration, ideal for warm days. Paired with the nuttiness of almonds and a kick from garlic, this recipe creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. The addition of bread gives it a luscious body, ensuring a satisfying meal that won’t leave you feeling heavy.

Quick and easy to prepare, you can whip this delightful dish in just 30 minutes – perfect for those busy summer days. Topped with diced watermelon for an extra crunch and a drizzle of olive oil for richness, this gazpacho is sure to impress at any gathering. So grab your blender, and let’s dive into making this refreshing Watermelon Gazpacho that promises to elevate your dining experience with every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup blanched almonds and whole
  •  garlic cloves coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 cups ice cubes 
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • tablespoons red-wine vinegar 
  • lb watermelon cut into large chunks (7 cups)
  • slices sandwich bread white firm

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. Seed 1 cup watermelon chunks and cut into small dice. Purée remaining watermelon in a blender (in batches if necessary).
  2. Pour purée through a sieve into a bowl, pressing on solids, and discard seeds.
  3. Return juice to blender and blend together with ice, almonds, and garlic (in batches if necessary) until smooth.
  4. Add bread, vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste and blend, adding oil in a slow stream, until smooth.
  5. Top with diced watermelon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories533kcal
Protein9.01%
Fat45.38%
Carbs45.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.86
Glycemic Load
41.96
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.614782830943%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
2.1mg
Kaempferol
2.05mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:533.48kcal
26.67%
Fat:28.3g
43.53%
Saturated Fat:3.27g
20.47%
Carbohydrates:63.99g
21.33%
Net Carbohydrates:58.66g
21.33%
Sugar:31.9g
35.44%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1415.92mg
61.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.64g
25.29%
Vitamin E:7.85mg
52.33%
Vitamin A:2583.28IU
51.67%
Manganese:0.94mg
47.13%
Vitamin C:37.48mg
45.43%
Magnesium:123.45mg
30.86%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
30.16%
Copper:0.52mg
25.79%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.61%
Phosphorus:223.17mg
22.32%
Fiber:5.33g
21.33%
Potassium:733.3mg
20.95%
Selenium:14.49µg
20.7%
Iron:3.69mg
20.53%
Folate:80.66µg
20.16%
Vitamin B3:4.02mg
20.12%
Calcium:200.6mg
20.06%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.25%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.57%
Zinc:1.63mg
10.87%
Vitamin K:8.72µg
8.3%
Source:Epicurious