Cucumber Gazpacho with Mint

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 large CucumbersWashed, peeled, seeds removed and chopped
16 oz. silken tofu, diced
½  cups water
¼ cup sweet onions Washed, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice 
1 cup fresh mint (reserve some for garnish)Washed and trimmed
¼ cup fresh cilantro Washed, trimmed, and chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt 
Dash ground ginger 
Dash cayenne pepper. 
½ cup plain Greek yogurt(optional) for garnish
2 tablespoons pepitas or pumpkin seeds (optional) for garnish 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Combine, cucumber, tofu, water, onion, lemon juice, mint, salt, ginger, and cayenne pepper in large a large bowl.  
2Working in batches, puree all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer gazpacho into large pitchers and refrigerate for all least 2 hours.   
3Serve in chilled bowls and garnish with yogurt and pepitas or pumpkin seeds. 
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates