Mango Mayhem & Jalapeno Jubilee: This Gazpacho is a Party!

Spicy Mango Gazpacho: A Chilled and Savory Summer Delight!
This recipe is a vibrant twist on the classic gazpacho, bursting with the sweetness of mango and the refreshing coolness of cucumber, all balanced by a touch of heat from the jalapeno. It's the perfect chilled soup to cool you down on a hot summer day!

Ingredients:

2 cups ripe mango chunks
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1/2 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1/4 red onion, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (adjust for spice preference)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and black pepper to taste
Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:

Prep the Produce: Wash and dry your mango, cucumber, and tomatoes. Peel and chop the mango into bite-sized chunks. Seed and chop the cucumber. Dice the tomatoes. Seed and dice the jalapeno pepper according to your desired spice level. Tip: If you're worried about the spice, remove the white membranes inside the jalapeno before dicing.

Combine in the Blender: Add all the chopped ingredients (mango, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno) to your blender. Pour in the fresh lime juice and add the chopped cilantro.

Season to Taste: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Tip: Start with a little salt and pepper at first, you can always add more later!

Blend Until Smooth: Turn your blender on high and blend the mixture until it's smooth and creamy. If you prefer a slightly chunky gazpacho, you can stop blending a little earlier.

Chill and Serve: Pour the blended gazpacho into a bowl or pitcher. Cover it and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until chilled.

Serve Up Sunshine! Ladle your chilled gazpacho into bowls and serve. For an extra touch of summer, garnish with a few fresh cilantro leaves or a wedge of lime. Optional: If you want your gazpacho extra cold, you can add a few ice cubes to each serving.

Enjoy! This refreshing and flavorful gazpacho is a perfect light lunch, appetizer, or side dish. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and a healthy way to beat the heat!