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Packed with fresh, juicy fruits and vegetables, this Plum Beet Gazpacho Cold Soup is bursting with summery flavor in every bite; where plum, beets, avocado, honey and mint are blended into one tasty drink! Traditionally from the Andalusia region of southern Spain, this gazpacho, puts a fun twist on the classic tomato cold soup. Try it for appetizers or tapas, as the Spanish would, and enjoy the vibrant flavors during the heat of summer!

Plum-Beet Gazpacho Cold Soup

Packed with fresh, juicy fruits and vegetables, this Plum-Beet Gazpacho Cold Soup is bursting with summery flavor in every bite; where plum, beets, avocado, honey and mint are blended into one tasty drink! Traditionally from the Andalusia region of southern Spain, this gazpacho, puts a fun twist on the classic tomato cold soup. Try it for appetizers or tapas, as the Spanish would, and enjoy the vibrant flavors during the heat of summer!

Course Appetizer, Drinks, Soup
Cuisine Fusion, Spanish
Keyword avocado, beetroot, plum
Custom Category Appetizers, International Cuisine, Soup
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 54 kcal
Author Nidhi Bothra

Ingredients

  • 2 beetroot , small
  • 4 plums , medium sized, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cucumber , small, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 avocados , diced
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar  or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 clove garlic , optional
  • 1/4 cup mint
  • 2 tsp honey , based on sweetness of plums
  • salt  to taste
  • 3 cups iced water

Garnish

  • microgreens
  • garlic olive oil
  • yogurt , mixed with honey
  • salt  to taste
  • onions , finely chopped
  • cucumber , finely chopped
  • avocados , finely chopped
  • corn
  • mint
  • edible flowers

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, add your beets and cover them fully with water. Boil them on medium heat for 7-10 minutes or until fork tender. Drain the water and let the beets cool completely.
  2. Transfer the beets and all other ingredients into a blender and churn them with the 3 cups water. The consistency should be slightly runny, but still holding its shape.

  3. Chill for 3 to 4 hours.

  4. Before serving, adjust the spices based on your preferences and garnish with some fresh veggies, spices, and seasoned yogurt (with salt and honey).

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

  • It is important that the gazpacho is always served chilled.
  • You can use grapes instead of plums.
  • Gazpacho is thick like a soup, but you can adjust the consistency according your preference.
  • This can be made in advance, a day ahead for your parties.
Nutrition Facts
Plum-Beet Gazpacho Cold Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 54 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Sodium 18mg1%
Potassium 212mg6%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 285IU6%
Vitamin C 6.6mg8%
Calcium 13mg1%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.