Who’s in the mood for a refreshing Avocado & Cucumber Gazpacho to cool down during the heatwave? It’s light and summery, creamy and filling ... and so healthy!
The gazpacho is packed with essential minerals and healthy fats to keep your energy levels high and give your fat-burning metabolism a natural boost.
(Serves 2 people)
Ingredients
Cucumber, 1 large
Fresh mint, 1 large handful (or any other herb that you fancy: basil, coriandre/cilantro, etc.)
Ripe avocado, 1
Fresh lime (or lemon) juice, 1 tablespoon or more to taste
Extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon
Garlic, 1 small clove
Black pepper and salt, to taste
Ice cubes, 4-5
Instructions
Chop the cucumber roughly, and blend with the mint, avocado, lime juice, olive oil, black pepper and salt.
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
Serve immediately. Enjoy !
Note
I'm pretty sure you could use basil or cilantro/coriandre if mint isn't your thing!
Health benefits
Cucumbers are full of water and will also nurture you from the inside out. They contain important minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium and silica. For your information, silica is a trace mineral that is essential for the creation and maintenance of healthy tissue, including muscle tissue, ligaments and bones.
Avocados are one of the most rich, delicious, and satisfying foods on the planet. They are packed with anti-aging, disease fighting antioxidants, good fats, dietary fibre, and nearly 20 different vitamins and minerals. They're good for your heart, good for your skin, good for eyes, your liver and they help with weight loss! (Read more here)
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