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Chilled Watermelon Gazpacho and Frozen Watermelon Daiquiris

July 21, 2011 by Mary Anne Rittenhouse 23 Comments

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Mary Anne here. This summer swelter is stretching straight across the US of A, so I find myself in need of cold comfort. Knowing that the thermometer was on the rise, I loaded up the fridge with a bounty of fresh, crisp fruit and whipped up an old Rittenhouse family summer staple – an enormous fruit salad, which I’ll post next week. Ripe, rosy watermelon was on sale, so I plunked down 6 bucks for one of those fat boys, but it left me with about 3 pounds of unused “meat”. What to do…and then I remembered that last summer, I created a very rewarding Mango Gazpacho and figured I’d take a chance with its blushing cousin.

When I first worked up this recipe, I realized that the sweet and zesty flavor of this watermelon “gazpacho” also makes an incredible base for a frozen Daiquiri, blended with a shot or two of rum. And if the cool soup doesn’t make you forget the heat, a couple of Daiquiris just might do the trick.

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Chilled Watermelon Soup and Frozen Watermelon Daiquiris
Serves 4 as gazpacho

Ingredients:
3-lb piece of seedless watermelon, coarsely chopped, rind discarded – $3.00
1 ½ Tablespoons olive oil – stock
1 large shallot (about 3 Tablespoons), minced – $0.39
1 heaping Tablespoon chopped fresh ginger – $0.23
2 cloves garlic, minced – stock
1 large Jalapeno, minced – $0.19
1 teaspoon Mirin – Asian stock
3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice – $0.50
1 teaspoon Kosher salt – stock
Mango slices, fresh mint, and blackberries to garnish: optional
Grand Total Assuming a Well-Stocked Pantry: $4.31
Total Per Soup Serving: $1.80

Directions for Gazpacho:
1. Using a food processor or blender, puree the chopped watermelon. (You’ll need to do this in batches.) Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Sauté the shallots and ginger until pale gold, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add 2 cups of the pureed watermelon to the pot along with the Mirin. Simmer over medium flame, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes.

3. Transfer the hot watermelon mixture to the bowl of food processor armed with the metal blade, or a traditional blender. Add the Jalapeno, lime juice, and salt. Puree until smooth. Transfer to the bowl containing the remaining watermelon. Stir well to combine. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.

4. To serve, ladle into soup bowls and garnish with mango slices and blackberries, if desired.

To make frozen Daiquiris:
Note: This is definitely the kissing-cousin to a frozen Margarita, so I decided to exercise my options and dipped the moistened rim of my glass into some Kosher salt. Sugar would work as well, or just a bare-naked Daiquiri!

1. Combine 1½ oz. rum with ¾ cup watermelon soup in a blender.

2. Add a handful of ice cubes and blend until frosty and smooth. Pour into a large Margarita or Martini glass. Garnish with a slice of lime or a blackberry.

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Filed Under: Cocktails, Gluten-free, Recipe Index, Recipes Under $5, Soups, Stews & Chilis, Super Sundays, Sweets & Treats, Vegetarian Tagged With: Afternoon Parties, bridal party, budget, cocktails, entertaining, family, food, healthy, recipes under $5, Soups, Summer, vegetarian

About Mary Anne Rittenhouse

The mother in this mother-daughter duo, Mary Anne is a registered nurse who has also worked for over two decades as a professional caterer

Comments

  1. Blog is the New Black says

    July 21, 2011 at 8:44 am

    This looks WONDERFUL! Regular gazpacho and watermelon gazpacho are both on my “bucket list” of foods to make. I can’t wait to eventually try this, as it looks so refreshing!

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  2. Kelly says

    July 21, 2011 at 10:25 am

    This looks perfect!!! Love this recipe and such a lovely summer drink! 🙂

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 21, 2011 at 7:23 pm

      Thanks! The Daiquiri is really delicious – with or without the rum! I shared some of the soup with a friend who can only tolerate liquids right now, and apparently it hit the spot. I was glad to have something refreshing in the fridge, given the temps outside. Hope you’re in cooler climate. Cheers!

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  3. Sam says

    July 21, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    That looks great!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 21, 2011 at 7:23 pm

      🙂

      Reply
  4. Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says

    July 21, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    love this! Sounds so good right now in the heat of summer!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 21, 2011 at 7:19 pm

      They’re both totally refreshing. Blistering heat here – hope you’re staying cool! M & M

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  5. Jeanette says

    July 21, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    It is so hot out that I’ve been craving cold soups too – this Watermelon Gazpacho will definitely do the trick!

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  6. Krista {Budget Gourmet Mom} says

    July 22, 2011 at 12:10 am

    That looks so refreshing right now! We spent the day in the pool and I’m exhausted. I haven’t been brave enough to try a gazpacho but I could totally go for a watermelon one!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:10 pm

      It’s quick and easy and definitely hits the spot if you’re participating in the national heat wave! Hope you have a very cool weekend. Cheers!

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  7. Rhonda says

    July 22, 2011 at 12:32 am

    Pink coolness! The duality of the soup is brilliant!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:09 pm

      Love that – “pink coolness”. Hope you’re well and have a great weekend (somewhere cool!)

      Reply
  8. SMITH BITES says

    July 22, 2011 at 7:31 am

    you guys are my new best friends – oh please, oh please, oh please will you move next door? i want, no, make that NEED to have both of these on the menu; at 10:30pm last night, the heat index was still at 100 degrees . . .

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:08 pm

      Oh, we so hear you. I think I’ve lost 5 lbs. just this week! Try to stay cool – it’s supposed to break in a couple of days, at least here in the east. Hopefully for you as well. In the meantime, Daiquiris anyone?

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  9. Mandy - The Complete Cook Book says

    July 22, 2011 at 10:34 am

    Oh my what wonderful summer time treasures. Can’t wait for the weather to warm up here.
    Have a happy weekend.
    🙂 Mandy

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:06 pm

      Warm up!?! Be happy you are where you are on the other side of the globe! Unbelievable heat wave sweeping the states – we could use a dose of winter this week! But having said that, keep this in mind for when summer hits. LOVED the Daiquiris as much as the Gazpacho. Cheers! M & M

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  10. Cindy B. says

    July 22, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    Loving it!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:11 pm

      Perfect refreshment in either form, right about now. hope you give it a spin!

      Reply
  11. Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says

    July 22, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Mmmm, I could go for one of these daiquiris right now! This weather calls for some delicious cold beverages!

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    • feastonthecheap says

      July 22, 2011 at 6:03 pm

      AMEN!!!

      Reply
  12. Lisa~~ says

    July 23, 2011 at 1:35 am

    I make both a Watermelon Tomato Gazpacho as well as a Mango Gazpacho, perfect for hot summer days. Now I need to give your recipe a try.

    Lisa~~
    Cook Lisa Cook

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  13. Sarah says

    July 25, 2011 at 10:10 am

    Oh my, this is the perfect remedy for what is proving to be the worst heat wave in my whole time of living in DC! This and air conditioning 🙂

    Reply
  14. Lynne says

    July 29, 2011 at 8:24 am

    A delicious soup turned into a drink ~ a great concept and a great combination of flavors.

    Reply

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