CHILLED WATERMELON SOUP
This simple, refreshing gazpacho-like chilled soup depends on the sweetness of the watermelon, tempered by the addition of olive oil, vinegar, lime juice and salt, to create the perfect balance of flavors. A little spiciness in the form of cayenne or crushed red pepper is welcome, too, as is an extra squeeze of lime juice at the table.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put 5 cups of diced watermelon in a food processor or blender and blitz to a purée. Strain purée through a fine-meshed sieve into a bowl. You should have about 4 cups purée. Season with salt and pepper and cayenne, 1 tablespoon vinegar and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Chill bowl on ice or refrigerate.
- To serve, place remaining diced watermelon, honeydew melon and cucumber in a small mixing bowl. Toss with a little salt and pepper, 2 tablespoons lime juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Divide mixture evenly into chilled soup bowls.
- Ladle watermelon purée into each bowl. Sprinkle with chives, basil and mint. Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper and flaky salt if desired. Pass lime wedges separately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 123, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 652 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams
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Nizam din Nizam
[email protected]I've been looking for a good chilled watermelon soup recipe. I'm definitely going to try this one.
Rexford Antwi
[email protected]I'm going to try making this soup this weekend. It looks so refreshing and delicious.
Md Last
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen watermelon.
Blake Delmont
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it. It's the perfect summer soup.
malvin ymeraj
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. It's also a healthy and refreshing snack or light meal.
Gerry Lyons
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of watermelon, but I thought I'd give this soup a try. I was actually really impressed! The soup was light and refreshing, and the watermelon flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Wyatt Volkmann
[email protected]This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more spices or herbs.
Victory Samuel
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was light and refreshing, with a subtle sweetness from the watermelon. I would definitely recommend it.
Mohammad Rashed
[email protected]This soup was delicious! It was the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. I will definitely be making it again.
Syed Mohsin Jee Sherazi
[email protected]I love watermelon soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I like to add a little bit of ginger to mine for a bit of extra flavor.
Kabiru Hussaini
[email protected]This chilled watermelon soup was a refreshing and delicious summer treat. The combination of watermelon, cucumber, and mint was perfect, and the soup had a lovely pink color. It was also very easy to make - I had it ready in under 30 minutes.