Pork Free Ginger-Turmeric Avocado Cucumber Gazpacho
Cool, creamy, and vibrantly green, this chilled soup is the kind of thing that makes you feel like you've done something genuinely good for yourself. Ripe avocado gives it a silky, almost velvety body, while fresh cucumber keeps everything light and refreshing — no cooking required, just a blender and a little patience while it chills. The grated ginger brings a bright, slightly spicy warmth that plays beautifully against the earthy depth of ground turmeric, and a generous hit of lime juice ties it all together with just the right amount of tang. Scallion greens and fresh cilantro round out the flavor without overpowering the delicate base. Because every ingredient here is naturally plant-based and whole, there's nothing to second-guess — no labels to scrutinize, no hidden additives to worry about. It comes together in minutes and gets better as it sits, making it a smart make-ahead option for warm days when you want something satisfying but light. Finish each bowl with a drizzle of good olive oil and a few extra cilantro leaves for a presentation that looks far more effortful than it actually is.
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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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