Anti Inflammatory Garlic-Herb Cucumber Gazpacho Shooters
Cool, crisp, and loaded with ingredients that genuinely pull their weight when it comes to calming inflammation, these chilled cucumber shooters are the kind of appetizer that surprises people. Extra-virgin olive oil brings its well-documented anti-inflammatory polyphenols, while fresh garlic, ginger, parsley, and mint add a layered herbal brightness that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Apple cider vinegar gives the whole thing a gentle tang that keeps it from tasting flat, and the straining step ensures every sip is silky smooth rather than pulpy. Because everything here is whole, minimally processed, and plant-based, you're not navigating any of the hidden additives or refined oils that can sneak into store-bought cold soups and dressings. The recipe comes together in a blender, chills in the fridge, and gets poured into little shot glasses — which means it's genuinely impressive without being stressful to pull off. Serve them at a dinner party, a summer brunch, or just as a refreshing afternoon snack when you want something that feels indulgent but is actually doing your body a favor.
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8 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers (about 2 lb total), roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, loosely packed
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ cup cold water, plus more as needed
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- thin cucumber rounds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped cucumber, garlic, parsley, mint, chives, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, ground ginger, and cold water in a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 60 seconds. If the mixture is too thick to pour easily, add cold water 1 tbsp at a time and blend briefly until it reaches a pourable, slightly viscous consistency.
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