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A vibrant bowl of chilled watermelon gazpacho, perfect for summer

Watermelon Gazpacho

This refreshing watermelon gazpacho is a perfect summer starter, combining sweet and savory flavors for a light and vibrant dish. It's incredibly easy to make and requires no cooking, ideal for hot days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups Watermelon diced
  • 1 Cucumber peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper deseeded and chopped
  • 1/4 small Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
  • Feta cheese crumbled
  • extra mint leaves

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pitcher or serving bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Dice watermelon, chop cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion, and mince garlic, then combine these in a blender.
  2. Add lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the blender, then blend until smooth.
  3. Taste the gazpacho and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference.
  4. Pour the gazpacho into a pitcher or serving bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until thoroughly cold.
  5. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh mint leaves before serving cold.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or a small piece of jalapeño to the blender.