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No-cook Mediterranean Watermelon Soup

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This chilled soup showcases the sweet juiciness of watermelon, balanced by tangy feta, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. It’s a vibrant, no-cook dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean summer with just eight simple ingredients.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 132

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon cubed and chilled
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup ripe tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil and/or mint leaves torn
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 small jalapeño seeded and chopped (optional for some heat)

Method
 

  1. Blend Base: In a blender, combine 3 cups of watermelon, half the cucumber, half the tomato, red onion, olive oil, vinegar or lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Add Texture: Pour the soup into a bowl. Stir in the remaining 1 cup watermelon (diced), cucumber, and tomato for texture.
  3. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and soup to chill thoroughly.
  4. Serve: Ladle into bowls. Top each with crumbled feta, torn herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and extra cracked black pepper. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 300mlCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSodium: 90mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 23mg

Notes

Tips & Variations

  • For a vegan version, omit feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
  • Add a handful of microgreens or diced avocado for extra color and nutrition.
  • Adjust herbs to taste: mint for brightness, basil for classic Mediterranean flavor.
  • Soup is best enjoyed the day it’s made, but can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

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