Hazelnut Free Ginger-Turmeric Avocado Cucumber Gazpacho
Cool, creamy, and vibrantly green, this chilled blender soup is the kind of dish that makes summer cooking feel effortless. Ripe avocado gives it a silky, almost velvety body, while English cucumber keeps everything bright and refreshing. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric add a warm, earthy kick that makes each spoonful feel a little more interesting than your average cold soup. A squeeze of lime and a handful of cilantro tie it all together with just the right amount of brightness. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, gazpacho can sometimes be a minefield — traditional versions occasionally sneak in nut-based thickeners or garnishes. This one builds its richness entirely from avocado and olive oil, so there's nothing hidden to worry about. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, which means you can blend and chill with total confidence. The whole process happens in a single blender, making cleanup as easy as the cooking itself. Serve it topped with extra cucumber and a drizzle of good olive oil for a bowl that looks as stunning as it tastes.
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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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