Loading...California Avocados come together with cucumbers and yellow tomatoes to make a beautiful chilled soup. Full of antioxidant vitamin C, and fiber, this hydrating powerhouse is topped with kimchi for a kick of spice.
Green Gazpacho with Kimchi
Total Time:
10min
Prep Time:
10min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
140
Calories
9
g
Total Fat
13
g
Total Carbs
4
g
Protein
200
mg
Sodium
Ingredients
Serves:
4
| 1 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded and peeled | |
| 2 | English cucumbers, peeled | |
| 4 | tomatoes, yellow or green | |
| 2 | cups | loosely packed greens, like watercress, arugula or baby spinach |
| 2 | scallions, roots removed | |
| 2 | cloves garlic | |
| 1/2 | cup | almonds, blanched (optional) |
| 1/2 | cup | kimchi, thinly sliced |
| 1 | Tbsp. | olive oil, divided |
| As needed | red chili flakes, dried (optional) | |
| 1/8 | tsp. | sea salt |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- In a food processor or powerful blender, mix avocado, cucumbers, tomatoes, greens, scallions, garlic, and almonds to your preference – chunky or completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste
- Chill for at least one hour or up to overnight. Serve topped with kimchi, drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with dried red chile flakes.
Serving Suggestion: This soup also makes a lovely appetizer. Chill small glasses or shot glasses and serve.
Beverage Pairing: Sparkling water with cucumber and lime.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 140
Total Fat 9 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat 6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Total Carbs 13 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugar 7 g
Protein 4 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 200 mg
Potassium 699 mg
Vitamin A 121 mcg; Vitamin C 41 mg; Calcium 64 mg ; Iron 2 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 99 mcg
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 15%; Vitamin C 45%; Calcium 4%; Iron 10 %; Vitamin D 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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