Fruity Melon Gazpacho
A refreshing start to any meal, this appetizer is great served out of a punch bowl.
Recipe Ingredients
6 cups cubed seeded watermelon, honeydew melon, or cantaloupe (or try a combination)
1 cup coarsely chopped peeled English cucumber
1/2 cup coarsely chopped yellow bell pepper
1/3 cup chopped green onions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup cranberry-raspberry juice
Recipe Steps
1. Combine first 10 ingredients.
2. Place half of melon mixture in a food processor, and pulse 3 or 4 times or until finely chopped.
3. Spoon into a large bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining watermelon mixture.
4. Stir in cranberry-raspberry juice.
5. Chill thoroughly.


