Fresh Watermelon Gazpacho with Mint
A light, refreshing summer soup blending juicy watermelon with fresh mint and a hint of lime for a cool, hydrating treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (600g) seedless, ripe watermelon chunks
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced (about 150g)
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, torn or chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the produce: Cut watermelon into chunks. Peel and dice cucumber. Mince red onion and chop jalapeño if using.
- Blend the base: Place watermelon, cucumber, and mint leaves in a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth, about 1-2 minutes on high speed.
- Add flavorings: Add lime juice, olive oil, red onion (if using), salt, and black pepper. Blend briefly to combine, about 30 seconds.
- Strain if desired: Pour blended soup through a fine mesh sieve into a mixing bowl for a silky texture (optional).
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours to let flavors meld.
- Final taste and adjustment: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
- Serve: Ladle chilled gazpacho into bowls or glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or thin cucumber slices.
Notes
Use the sweetest watermelon possible for best flavor. Chilling is crucial for refreshing taste. Optional straining creates a silky texture. Adjust seasoning before serving. For a sweeter soup, add a teaspoon of honey or agave syrup. Mint can be swapped with basil or cilantro for different herbal notes. Jalapeño adds mild heat but can be omitted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 230
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 0.7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: watermelon gazpacho, summer soup, cold soup, mint, refreshing, vegan, gluten-free, light meal