Nora Pouillon’s Watermelon Gazpacho with Lime and Mint

Watermelon Gazpacho with Lime and Mint (photo from “Cooking with Nora” by Nora Pouillon)

Nora Pouillon’s Watermelon Gazpacho with Lime and Mint

6 lbs seedless watermelon, cut up, rind removed
2 Tbs lime juice
2 Tbs lemon juice
1/2 jalapeno (or to taste)
1/2 c chopped red onion
2 minced garlic cloves (optional)
1/3 c packed, minced mint
1 diced zucchini
1 seeded and chopped green bell pepper
salt & pepper
cubed watermelon & fresh mint for garnish

Puree watermelon in batches until smooth. Leave some puree in the blender and add juices, jalepeno, onion and garlic. Puree again till smooth. Add mint and buzz till it’s just chopped.

In a large bowl, mix both purees. Stir in zucchini, green pepper, and watermelon cubes. Add salt & pepper to taste.

serves 4

Adapted from “Cooking with Nora” by Nora Pouillon