CREAMY AVOCADO GAZPACHO
(http://www.vegparadise.com/)
Ingredients
1 C. (237 ml)
water
Flesh of 1 medium
avocado, reserving 1 T. for garnish
2 C. (480 ml)
chopped cucumber
1 1/2 C. (355 ml)
chopped tomatoes
1/2 to 1 Serrano
chile, with seeds, sliced (optional)
1 large clove
garlic, minced
1 sprig mint
leaves
Juice of 2 lemons
or limes
1/2 t. salt
1 t. maple syrup
(can use dates or honey to sweeten)
2 small mint
leaves
Paprika (optional)
Directions
Combine all
ingredients in a blender in the order listed. Start blender on low
speed for a few seconds, then switch to high. Blend until creamy and
smooth, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Pour into 2 soup
bowls. Dice reserved avocado and gently drop them into the center of
the bowl. Add a mint leaf and sprinkle diced avocado with paprika if
desired. Serves 2.
Your question and comments are welcome
