A vibrant chilled soup with sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, zesty lime, and fresh mint. Ready in 20 minutes, perfect for summer.
# Ingredients:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 5 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped (about 1½ cups)
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
04 - ½ small red onion, chopped
05 - ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, optional
→ Citrus
07 - Zest and juice of 2 limes
→ Pantry
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - ½ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - Diced cucumber for serving
12 - Diced watermelon for serving
13 - Fresh mint leaves for serving
# Directions:
01 - In a blender, combine the watermelon, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, mint leaves, cilantro if using, lime zest, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
02 - Add olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend again until fully combined and silky in texture.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning to preference. For a thinner consistency, add cold water a few tablespoons at a time and blend again.
04 - Transfer to a bowl or pitcher, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Stir well before serving. Pour into bowls and garnish with diced cucumber, watermelon, and fresh mint leaves.
