Watermelon Gazpacho

Ingredients

2 cups roughly chopped seedless watermelon,

3 cups diced watermelon

1 cup diced tomatoes

1/2 cup peeled, seeded and diced cucumber

1/4 cup diced red bell pepper

2 tsp finely cut fresh basil

2 tsp lime juice

2 tsp finely cut fresh mint

1 Tbsp diced red onion

1 tsp minced ginger

1/2 tsp grated lime zest

1/4 tsp minced green Serrano chili (optional)

Lime wedges for garnish

Directions

Puree 2 cups chopped watermelon in blender 30-60 seconds, or until liquefied. Pour into serving bowl.

Stir in 3 cups deiced watermelon and all remaining ingredients except for lime wedges.

Season with salt if desired.

Cover and chill soup for at least 3 hours but preferably 12-24 hours to allow flavors to fuse and vibrant red color to develop.

Adjust seasonings before serving. If too spicy, add more lime juice.

Garnish with lime wedges

Serves 4-6