Cucumber Melon Gazpacho

by Dr. Kellyann
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    This gazpacho is a welcome reprieve on sweltering days. Enjoy a cup as a first course or have a bowl for lunch. The soup is filled with tummy-soothing ingredients that will gently calm your digestive system. 

    Prep Time: 15 min | Yield: 4 servings

    Ingredients
    • 2 cups chicken bone broth (if not homemade, use Dr. Kellyann's Liquid Bone Broth or Dr. Kellyann's Homestyle Bone Broth powder)
    • ¼ cup onion, coarsely chopped, optional
    • 1 small clove garlic, coarsely chopped, optional
    • 1 English cucumber, coarsely chopped, remove seeds if large
    • ½ cantaloupe or honeydew, 3 – 4 cups, coarsely chopped
    • ½ avocado, coarsely chopped
    • 3 - 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
    • ¼ cup peppermint leaves, remove stems and loosely pack
    • 1 ½ teaspoons Celtic or Pink Himalayan salt 
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions

    If you are using Dr. Kellyann's Bone Broth powder, first prepare 2 cups of bone broth according to the package instructions.

    Working in batches, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. After working in batches, combine and stir well. Refrigerate for 2 hours. 

    Top with mint, if desired, and serve.

    Notes

    • If you’re sensitive to onions or garlic, omit them for the recipe. 
    • If you enjoy your gazpacho thinner, add more bone broth.
    • If you like spice, add ¼ to ½ chopped jalapeno.
    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci

    About the Author

    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci

    M.S., N.D. · Board-Certified Naturopathic Physician · New York Times Bestselling Author

    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci is a board-certified naturopathic physician, certified nutrition consultant, and New York Times bestselling author with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the creator of the Bone Broth Diet and Cleanse + Reset programs, and author of multiple bestselling books including Dr. Kellyann's Bone Broth Diet, The 10-Day Belly Slimdown, and The Bone Broth Breakthrough.

    Dr. Kellyann completed postgraduate work in biological medicine at the Paracelsus Clinic in Switzerland and is a regular health expert on Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Good Day LA, and other nationally televised programs. She is also the host of two PBS specials: 21 Days to a Slimmer, Younger You and The 10-Day Belly Slimdown.