This refreshing cucumber gazpacho is a cold soup recipe made with a delicious blend of cucumber, lemon juice, and cilantro. It is perfect for a light meal or a refreshing appetizer, and it is best paired with bread, grilled dishes, or salads. Try this cucumber dish for one of the best gazpacho recipes!
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Ingredient Notes
See the recipe card below for ingredient quantities and complete instructions.
- English cucumber – Best choice for a crisp and refreshing cucumber soup base.
- Avocado – Ripe avocados add a creamy texture. It brings an extra layer of richness and sweetness to the soup.
- Lemon juice – Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors, which makes the gazpacho more refreshing.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Best enjoyed fresh.
FAQs
BEST Cucumber Gazpacho
This cucumber gazpacho is a refreshing, creamy chilled soup bursting with fresh cucumber and bright lemon flavor. Smooth avocado adds richness, making it light yet satisfying for warm days.
Servings: servings
Calories: 162kcal
Ingredients
- 1 (325 grams) large English cucumber diced
- 1 (170 grams) medium avocado peeled and pitted
- 1 (80 grams) large shallot diced
- 1 clove (5 grams) garlic lightly crushed
- ¼ cup (4 grams) loosely packed cilantro leaves washed and chopped
- 3-4 tablespoons (45–60 ml) lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water plus more as needed
- ½ teaspoon (3 grams) sea salt
- ½ teaspoon (1 gram) ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Coarsely dice the cucumber, shallot, and cilantro leaves.
- Peel and remove the pit from the avocado.
Blend the Gazpacho
- Add the cucumber, shallot, cilantro, avocado flesh, and lightly crushed garlic to a blender.
- Pour in olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, water, sea salt, and ground black pepper.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust by adding more lemon juice, salt, or a little water to reach your desired consistency.
Chill and Serve
- For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop (optional but recommended).
- Serve cold with a drizzle of olive oil and extra chopped cilantro or freshly ground black pepper if desired.
Serving: 1gCalories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 298mgPotassium: 398mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 222IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
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sheny shenn shen says
Not tried this one yet, but wow—the photo alone makes it look so fresh and enticing 🥒💚
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
It does look very interesting, right? I hope you try it sometime.
Sweetiepie says
Ooooooh! I love how it looks so interesting. I think I wanna try it.............
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
Please do, and let me know how it turns out 💛
Anika says
Looks delicious!
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
Thank you! I appreciate it 💛
Cheng says
I love how healthy and refreshing this dish looks. Thanks for sharing another simple recipe! 🙂
Julius says
This looks truly refreshing! Thank you, Simply Bakings!
Kian Cablinda says
I have a friend who loves these things. Will recommend this to them <3
Gracie says
Cucumber lover here!