Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe

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Watermelon can be combined with savory ingredients, for a surprising and refreshing twist in this simple and quick gazpacho recipe.

Recipe Cost for 4 People: $2.71 ($0.68/serving)*

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

4 cups cubed, seeded watermelon, divided 1 cucumber, peeled, coarsely chopped, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tbsp chopped onion 2 tsp lime juice 1 tsp olive oil 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil ⅛ tsp ground black pepper ½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of cubed watermelon and ½ of chopped cucumber; set aside. Process remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender until puréed. Transfer all ingredients to a large bowl and stir. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Complete this Plate: Serve with an 8 oz glass of non-fat milk and whole grain pita bread/chips with 2 tbsp hummus.

Serves: 4

Fruits & Veggies per Serving 1.5 Cup


Nutrition Information per Serving:

Calories: 70 Total Fat: 1.5g Saturated Fat: 0g % of Calories from Fat: 19% % Calories from Sat Fat: 0%		Protein: 1g Carbohydrates: 13g Cholesterol: 0mg Dietary Fiber: 1g Sodium: 0mg



MyPlate Contributions

Vegetables Fruit Grain Protein Dairy		0.5 cup 1 cup 0 oz 0 oz 0 cup


Each serving provides: An excellent source of fiber and vitamin C, and a good source of vitamin A.

*Retail prices, Boulder, Colorado, and online, September 2012

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