White Gazpacho With Watermelon Rind Recipe

Name: White Gazpacho With Watermelon Rind
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup blanched, slivered almonds; 1 cup loosely packed parsley or mint leaves, or a combination of the two; 1 stalk celery, cut into chunks; 1 dozen cherry tomatoes; 1 clove garlic; 1 1/2 cups bread cubes, like ciabatta or sourdough, hard crusts removed; 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; About 2 pounds cucumbers, preferably thin-skinned types like lemon or English about 4; About 2 pounds cubed watermelon rind, pale pink and green parts, hard skin removed about 8 cups, from 1/2 watermelon; 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or rice wine vinegar, more as needed; 1 tablespoon salt, more as needed

Servings: persons

3/4 cup blanched, slivered almonds
1 cup loosely packed parsley or mint leaves, or a combination of the two
1 stalk celery, cut into chunks
1 dozen cherry tomatoes
1 clove garlic
1 1/2 cups bread cubes, like ciabatta or sourdough, hard crusts removed
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
About 2 pounds cucumbers, preferably thin-skinned types like lemon or English about 4
About 2 pounds cubed watermelon rind, pale pink and green parts, hard skin removed about 8 cups, from 1/2 watermelon
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or rice wine vinegar, more as needed
1 tablespoon salt, more as needed

1
In a food processor, combine almonds, herbs, celery, tomatoes, garlic, bread and oil.
2
Puree until smooth.
3
Transfer mixture to a large bowl and return the used canister to the processor.
4
If using thin-skinned cucumbers, cut in chunks.
5
If using thick-skinned ones, like Kirbys, peel and seed, then cut in chunks.
6
Working in batches if necessary, combine cucumbers, watermelon rind, vinegar and salt in the processor.
7
Puree until smooth.
8
Add to the other puree and whisk together well.
9
Taste, adding salt and vinegar as needed.
10
For a smoother texture, puree in a blender, in batches.
11
Chill until very cold, at least 2 hours or overnight.
12
Taste for salt again before serving.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3/4 cup blanched, slivered almonds, 1 cup loosely packed parsley or mint leaves, or a combination of the two, 1 stalk celery, cut into chunks, 1 dozen cherry tomatoes, and more.

Yes, White Gazpacho With Watermelon Rind 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!

White Gazpacho With Watermelon Rind

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Variations & substitutions

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