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Papaya Gazpacho





Yields
Makes 6 servings

Notes: Up to 8 hours ahead, complete recipe through step 2; cover and chill.

 2 pounds chilled ripe papayas
 1/2 to 1 teaspoon minced seeded fresh habanero chili or 1 to 2 teaspoons minced seeded fresh red Fresno chili
 2/3 cup orange juice
 3/4 cup vegetable broth
 1/2 cup lime juice
 1/4 cup minced shallots, rinsed and drained
 1/2 pound shelled cooked tiny shrimp (optional)
 1/2 cup diced (1/4 in.) peeled, seeded green papaya or cucumber (about 3/4 lb.)
 1/2 cup diced (1/2 in.) peeled, pitted firm-ripe avocado
  Salt
 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
Step 1
1

Peel, seed, and cut enough ripe papaya into 1/2-inch cubes to make 1/2 cup; reserve for garnish. Cut remaining papayas into 1-inch chunks. In a blender or food processor, combine 1-inch papaya chunks, 1/2 teaspoon chili, and orange juice; purée until smooth.

Step 2
2

Pour purée into a bowl; add broth, lime juice, shallots, and additional chili to taste; mix well.

Step 3
3

Ladle into wide bowls. To each bowl, add equal portions shrimp, reserved ripe papaya cubes, diced green papaya, and avocado. Add salt to taste and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 90Calories from Fat 22
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2g4%

Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 18mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
Protein 1.4g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.