Green Gazpacho Recipe

Name: Green Gazpacho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers, peeled, quartered lengthwise and seeded; 1 large green bell pepper, halved; 6 leaves lettuce, coarsely chopped; 2 scallions (white and light green parts), coarsely chopped; ⅓ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 3 cups buttermilk, plus additional if needed; 4-oz. can chopped mild green chilies, drained; 3 Tbs. fresh lime juice; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 large cucumbers, peeled, quartered lengthwise and seeded
1 large green bell pepper, halved
6 leaves lettuce, coarsely chopped
2 scallions (white and light green parts), coarsely chopped
⅓ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 cups buttermilk, plus additional if needed
4-oz. can chopped mild green chilies, drained
3 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper

1
Reserve about half of 1 cucumber and half of the bell pepper and finely dice.
2
Set aside for garnish (or refrigerate if not serving soup right away).
3
Coarsely chop remaining cucumbers and bell pepper; transfer to food processor or blender.
4
Add lettuce, scallions and cilantro and process until pureed with some texture remaining.
5
Transfer to large serving container.
6
Stir in buttermilk, chilies, lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper, adding more buttermilk if needed to achieve a slightly thick consistency.
7
Serve immediately or cover and chill until needed.
8
Just before serving, sprinkle with reserved diced cucumber and bell pepper.

1291

kcal

Calories

138

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large cucumbers, peeled, quartered lengthwise and seeded, 1 large green bell pepper, halved, 6 leaves lettuce, coarsely chopped, 2 scallions (white and light green parts), coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Green 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!

Green Gazpacho

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