Thursday, July 7, 2011

Watermelon Gazpacho
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Other Time: 1 hour

6 Cups cubed, seeded watermelon
2 Each cucumbers, peeled and diced
2 Each red bell peppers, diced
1 Each medium white onion, diced
1/2 Jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/4 Cup lemon juice
2 TBSP olive oil(EVOO)
3 TBSP chopped fresh mint
1 TBSP ginger
3 TBSP honey
1/2 Cup pineapple juice
15 Each fresh mint leaves

Set aside fresh mint leaves and about 15-20 pieces of the watermelon for garnish.

Working in batches, place remaining ingredients in a blender, and blend for about 30 seconds per batch. The mixture should be well blended, but still retain some of its texture.

Pour into a large bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour. To serve pour into chilled bowls and garnish with watermelon chunks and 2-3 fresh mint leaves. Wine Pairings: Sauvignon Blanc or Rose.

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