Smoky California Avocado, Shrimp, and White Bean Gazpacho

Serves: 6

Ingredients

2 3/4 tomatoes
1 1/2 cups diced, peeled, and seeded cucumber (for Kirby and hot house cucumbers, it is not necessary to peel cucumbers.)
1 cup diced red onion
2 small shallots
1 1/2 cups canned tomato juice
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 1/2 Tbsp. sherry wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. finely chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce or to taste
1 cup cooked rock shrimp, very coarsely chopped
2/3 cup cooked cannellini beans
1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado peeled, seeded and cut in small dice
1/2 Tbsp. salt, or to taste
As needed Tortilla chips as needed for garnish
As needed Chopped cilantro as needed for garnish

*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.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.