Creamy Melon Gazpacho
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with summer flavors, this Creamy Melon Gazpacho is the ultimate no-cook soup for warm weather dining. Made with sweet, ripe cantaloupe, crisp English cucumber, and velvety Greek yogurt, this chilled soup strikes the perfect balance between creamy and light. A touch of lime juice and fresh mint leaves adds a bright, herbaceous kick, while a drizzle of olive oil elevates each spoonful into a luxurious treat. Ideal as a starter or a light lunch, this gazpacho is ready in just 20 minutes and can be prepared ahead for easy entertaining. Garnished with cucumber slices and a hint of mint, it's a beautifully vibrant dish that looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply need to cool down, this creamy melon gazpacho is a must-try addition to your recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe cantaloupe melon
- 1 large English cucumber
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoons honey (optional)
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupe in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh. Roughly chop the melon into chunks and set aside.
Peel the English cucumber and cut it into pieces. Reserve a few thin slices for garnish, if desired.
In a blender, combine the cantaloupe, cucumber, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, fresh mint leaves, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Add the water and blend until smooth. If the soup is too thick, add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning. If the melon is not sweet enough, add the optional honey and blend again.
Transfer the gazpacho to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Before serving, stir the gazpacho and check the seasoning again. Pour it into bowls or glasses.
Garnish with reserved cucumber slices, a drizzle of olive oil, and a few small mint leaves. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 6635 mg | 141% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
