Diva Diabetic's Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe

Name: Diva Diabetic's Watermelon Gazpacho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 serrano chili; 1 jalapeno chile; 1 garlic clove, skin on; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed; 1 large very ripe tomatoes, diced; 12 small red onion, diced; 12 seedless cucumber, diced; ½ teaspoon sherry wine vinegar; 12 lime, juice of; saltand fresh black pepper; ¼ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

1 serrano chili
1 jalapeno chile
1 garlic clove, skin on
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
1 large very ripe tomatoes, diced
12 small red onion, diced
12 seedless cucumber, diced
½ teaspoon sherry wine vinegar
12 lime, juice of
saltand fresh black pepper
¼ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1
Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
2
Place chilies and garlic in aluminum foil; drizzle with 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss; seal the package and roast on the middle oven rack for 35 minutes.
3
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes (chilies and garlic should be dark brown/charred on the outside).
4
Peel skin away from the garlic, and remove the seeds from the chilies and dice all three.
5
In a blender, puree the diced tomato, roasted chilies and garlic, and 1 3/4 cups of the watermelon.
6
Pour in the Sherry vinegar and remaining olive oil and pulse.
7
Add the onion, cucumber, lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
8
Puree until smooth.
9
Pour into chilled bowls and garnish with cilantro, Cotija cheese, and remaining 1/4 cup (of finely diced) watermelon.
10
Serve chilled, with a side salad of mixed greens, manchego cheese and a splash of olive oil and sherry vinegar.

414

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 serrano chili, 1 jalapeno chile, 1 garlic clove, skin on, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Diva Diabetic's Watermelon Gazpacho falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Diva Diabetic's Watermelon Gazpacho

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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