Hi there, food lover! 👋 Spring is here, and with it comes the craving for something fresh, light, and revitalizing. Today we’re making a chilled bowl of goodness perfect for sunny afternoons — Cold Cucumber Gazpacho. 🥒🌿 This silky, cooling soup is a Spanish-inspired treat, perfect for garden lunches or as an elegant appetizer. No stove required, just fresh ingredients and a blender. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 3 medium cucumbers 🥒 (peeled, seeded, chopped)
- 1 small green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 cup fresh dill or parsley (loosely packed)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup cold water (or more for desired consistency)
For garnish (optional but recommended):
- Chopped cucumber
- Fresh herbs 🌿
- A drizzle of olive oil
Directions:
- In a blender, combine cucumbers, bell pepper, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Add cold water and blend until silky smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour for best flavor. ❄️
- Serve in bowls or glasses, garnished with cucumber, herbs, and a light drizzle of olive oil.
Nutritional Information:
⏰ Prep Time: 10 min | ❄️ Chilling Time: 1 hr | ⏳ Total Time: 1 hr 10 min
⚡ Calories per serving: ~120 | 🍽️ Servings: 4
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Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩🍳🍽️
