Fish Free Ginger-Turmeric Avocado Cucumber Gazpacho
Cool, creamy, and vibrantly green, this chilled blender soup is the kind of thing that feels almost too easy for how impressive it looks in the bowl. Ripe avocado gives it a silky, almost velvety body, while fresh cucumber keeps everything light and refreshing. Grated ginger and ground turmeric add a warm, earthy kick that makes each spoonful genuinely interesting rather than just another cold soup. A hit of fresh lime juice and cilantro ties it all together with a bright, herby finish. Because every ingredient here is whole, plant-based, and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels for hidden seafood-derived additives like fish sauce, anchovy paste, or Worcestershire — this one is clean from the start. The whole thing comes together in a blender and just needs a rest in the fridge before serving, making it a great make-ahead option for warm days when you want something nourishing without turning on the stove. Finish with sliced cucumber, a drizzle of olive oil, and a few extra cilantro leaves for a bowl that looks like it came from a restaurant.
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4 servings
- 2 medium english cucumbers (about 1 ½ lb total), roughly chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and scooped
- 1 cup cold water
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 scallions (green tops only), roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced or diced (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chopped cucumbers, avocado, cold water, lime juice, olive oil, grated ginger, turmeric, scallion greens, cilantro, and sea salt to a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and pale green, about 60–90 seconds. Pause and scrape down the sides once if needed.
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