SUMMER SLAMMIN' GAZPACHO
Jason Glover
4
10 minutes
7 minutes
Sweet, cool, and refreshing, this Grilled Tomatillo Gazpacho with Watermelon and Grapes is filled with healthy ingredients and perfect for a hot summer day!
Ingredients
- 1 lb tomatillos, skins removed
- 8 slices ripe watermelon
- ½ cup green seedless grapes
- ½ jalapeño, seeds removed
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 cucumbers, seeds removed and roughly chopped
- 2 shallots, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley
- 1 ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp dry sherry
- Juice of ½ a lime
- ½ tsp chili lime salt (I used Tajin)
- ¼ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp white pepper
Optional Garnishes
- Minced watermelon
- Minced shallots
- Minced cucumber
- Halved cherry tomatoes
- Grilled corn kernels
- Crème fraiche
- Chopped fresh herbs
- Drizzle of olive oil
Tools
Directions
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Brush the tomatillos, watermelon, grapes, and jalapeño with olive oil and grill for 5-7 minutes, until light grill marks form.
- Remove from the grill and allow to cool completely.
- Remove the watermelon from the rind and cube - you need about 4 cups.
- Place all ingredients except for the garnishes in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve in chilled bowls and top with desired garnishes. Enjoy!
