Chilled Watermelon Soup
Chilled Watermelon Soup
Chilled Watermelon Soup

Chilled Watermelon Soup

David Venable

No other fruit says summer quite like watermelon. Instead of serving it for dessert, however, why not puree it into a refreshing soup. It'll make for a delicious appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups watermelon cubes, seeded
  • 1/3 cup apple juice
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/3 cup vanilla yogurt (optional garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)

Directions

Process the watermelon, apple juice, lime juice, ginger, and honey in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
Cover and chill for 1 hour. Serve in individual bowls with a dollop of yogurt and a sprig of mint, if desired.

Cook's Notes

The best way to choose a flavorful melon is to look at the color and quality of the flesh, which should be a deep color and absent from white streaks. If it features seeds, they should be deep in color.

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