This cherry gazpacho is light and refreshing! Perfect for summer parties or a light, healthy snack.
I’m nervous, you guys. I’m kind of an introvert and have never been very good at public speaking. However, several months ago I enthusiastically agreed to do a cooking demo at the local farmer’s market. Suddenly that demo is a week away. Eek.
I decided I should make something that was easy and preferably didn’t involve any actual cooking. Gazpacho seemed like a perfect way to showcase market ingredients while being able to banter with people and answer questions. After a few experiments, I have my perfect recipe!
I had one word in mind while developing this recipe (NO, not “fear”). Refreshing. I wanted this chilled soup to be a refreshing summer snack or appetizer.
As I experimented with more traditional gazpacho ingredients I ran into issues. Cucumbers, basil, bell peppers, vinegar and bread resulted in muddled flavors that fought with the natural lightness of the cherries.
So I went back to the drawing board. Orange juice to enhance the cherries, lemon juice for a less acidic kick and shallots for a milder onion flavor.
Mint instead of basil because it’s incredible with cherries. The results were exactly what I was seeking- a light, refreshing, sweet and savory chilled soup. I think you’ll like it.
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Cherry Gazpacho
Ingredients
- 4 cups sweet cherries, pitted
- Juice from 1 large orange (about 1/4 cup)
- Juice from 1 lemon (about 2-3 tablespoons)
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 1/2 tablespoons shallot, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped finely
- salt and fresh black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Puree the cherries, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, shallot and mint in a blender until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
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This is perfect, I have a bunch of cherries in my fridge that I need to use before they go bad. Thanks for the recipe!
Could this be made into an icecream to accompany a more conventional gazpacho? I’m thinking of a cold Xmas wow recipe with lobster tail/prawn/scallop on cherry gazpacho icecream and the conventional gazpacho poured at the table.
What do you think?
Maybe a granita?
Yes, milk isn’t going to work so well. I’m thinking that I could whip it into sorbet in the food processor rather than granita