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Sunday, July 25, 2010

Watermelon Tomato Gazpacho

IMG_2006I’m still dragging and haven’t been feeling well since our return from Utah and I’ve been craving soup but with the heat index over 100F a nice refreshing no-cook summer soup with fruit and veggies straight from our garden is just what the doctor ordered.  Oh my gosh this soup is beyond wonderful and I found myself just pouring some from the big pitcher in the fridge and drinking it without all the added fancy little bits of extra diced watermelon, cucumber & tomato.  This is just so delicious I can’t stop drinking it.  I love that everything other than the onion and garlic came straight from our garden so it couldn’t be fresher.  This is one recipe that I could enjoy all summer long and once our garden is done for the season I’ll be having watermelon tomato gazpacho withdrawal…but something to look forward to next summer!

Watermelon Tomato Gazpacho 

6 cups small diced seedless watermelon and liquid
1/2 cucumber, diced
2 very ripe medium tomatoes, diced
1 clove garlic
2 TBS minced sweet onion
1/2 jalapeno, seeded
10 basil leaves
1/4 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
salt
pepper

Extra diced watermelon, cucumber & tomato as well as basil leaves for garnish.

Put first eight ingredients into a blender and process until very smooth.  Strain the liquids through a Chinois and then season to taste with salt & pepper (if you want your gazpacho with more texture just skip the straining step).  Chill over night or until very cold and then pour into serving bowls and garnish with the extra diced watermelon, cucumber, tomato and a fresh basil leaf.

Enjoy!!

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26 comments:

  1. AshleyJune 21, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    um YUMMY!!!!!
    love it

    http://jaysonandashley.blogspot.com/

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  2. Shu HanJune 21, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Oh i love those kitsch colours! haha. this cold soup is perfect for the hot summer!

    http://mummyicancook.blogspot.com/2011/02/very-pink-beetroot-cold-soup.html

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  3. annies homeJune 21, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    not only sounds yummy but also beautiful thanks for sharing come see what we shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  4. StacyJune 21, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Thanks for stopping by and linking up at Menu Mondays!

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  5. KimJune 21, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    WOW! I've been looking at summer soup recipes and this one takes the cake! I may have to try this one while my parents are here over the 4th of July. Thanks for sharing it.

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  6. Chubskulit RoseJune 23, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Looks tempting and delicious!

    Spice Up Your Life

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  7. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comJune 23, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    I do love soup but I have never tried cold soup but I am willing to try this - thanks for sharing. Saw you on Foodie Friday.

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  8. Claudia FabianaJune 23, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Stopping by from Little Brick Ranch and Yum, Yum!!

    ciao from Newport Beach

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  9. KBJune 23, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    Looks delish!

    We'd love for you to share this recipe with us at
    Simply Delish Saturday

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  10. CheerfulJune 23, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    looks delicious and sounds so interesting! thanks for sharing your recipe! visiting you from FTF and wishing you a great week! :)

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  11. MiriamJune 24, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    I love the watermalon and jalapeno combinatin here, great soup! Miriam@Mealess Meals For Meat Eaters

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  12. ClarissaJune 24, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    Yum!Looks delish!Thanks for sharing your recipe!

    http://ties-bonding.blogspot.com/2011/06/fast-food-bento.html

    Happy FTF!

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  13. UnknownJune 24, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    looks yummy!

    happy FTF!

    here's my entry:

    http://theothersideofme-vhen.blogspot.com/2011/06/ftf-figaro-frost-and-blueberry-muffin.html

    hope to see yah, thanks!

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  14. TetchaJune 24, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Interesting! This is a must-try! Here's my FTF entry: http://www.delightmyappetite.com/2011/06/food-trip-friday-father%E2%80%99s-day-celebration-at-teriyaki-boy/

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  15. Katie @ This Chick CooksJune 24, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    What a unique recipe. I'd just love to try some of your watermelon soup. Thanks for coming by and sharing your recipe. Have a great weekend.
    Katie

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  16. Miz HelenJune 24, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Hi Lisa,
    Your Watermelon Tomato Gazpacho looks delicious, this is really a great recipe. I can't wait to make it we will really enjoy it. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and I look forward to seeing you soon. Thanks again for all you help!
    Miz Helen

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  17. RcelJune 24, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Looks delish! Yum!!!


    You might want to join me in my TAKE-OUT BUFFET as my first FTF entry! Hope to see you! :)

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  18. AmyJune 24, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Your soup looks absolutely beautiful, refreshing and delicious.

    Hope you're feeling better already. Yes, this soup is perfect for the summer. thanks for sharing and have a wonderful weekend.

    Amy
    http://utry.it

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  19. AmyJune 24, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Oh, as I browse around your blog, I realized this was from last year! LOL. But sure it's a dish we can enjoy in any summer day. I'm sure you're already better now! hahaha...good day!

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  20. Mars @ The Food EncountersJune 24, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Interesting! I've never tried a cold soup before. Let me try to make one of this! =)

    Doing my hop from this week's FTF! Here's mine:

    Breakfast for Dinner at The Food Encounters.

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  21. Nicole FelicianoJune 24, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Yum! Thanks for sharing on Friday over at Momtrends. Looks so refreshing!

    http://www.momtrends.com/2011/06/friday-food-farmers-classic-pickle-event/

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  22. PERMANENT POSIESJune 25, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    This looks really different. Yum! Thanks for posting on Tuesday's Tasty Tidbits. Love getting new ideas.

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  23. ElsaJune 25, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I have been on a huge watermelon kick lately and I never thought to make soup with it. I will have to try this recipe out.

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  24. KBJune 27, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    Thanks for sharing your recipe with
    Simply Delish. Hope to see you again next weekend.

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  25. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Thank you for sharing your soup recipe with us at Cast Party Wednesday. I hope you come back and visit us tomorrow.
    Thanks again.
    I hope to see you there!

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  26. HaleyLeannJune 29, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    This looks delish! I really dig some watermelon. I bet it's wonderful. Thanks for linking up on Recipes I Can't Wait to Try!!!

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