Bon Appetit/May 2006

Golden Gazpacho with Fresh Mint and Parsley Pesto

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories Saturated Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
8-10


INGREDIENTS:
2 large yellow bell peppers 5 small yellow tomatoes 914 to 15 ounces total), cored, chopped 2 large papayas, peeled, seeded, diced
1 large mango, peeled, pitted, diced 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted natural pistachios
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese



1 Char bell peppers directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag; let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed, and chop peppers.
2 Place peppers in processor. Add tomatoes, papayas, mango, 1/4 cup oil, and lime juice; puree until smooth. Season gazpacho to taste with salt and pepper.
3 Combine mint, parsley, nut, cheese, and remaining 1/4 cup oil in processor. Blend until herbs and nuts are finely chopped. Season pesto to taste with salt and pepper.
4 Ladle gazpacho into bowls. Top with dollop of pesto and serve.

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