Green Gazpacho (Spain)

This variation of traditional gazpacho is said to have origins in Andalucia, & the recipe itself was found on the internet & posted here for the Zaar World Tour 5.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 2  cups lettuce leaves, chopped
• 2  cups spinach, chopped
• 3  scallions, diced
• 1  medium cucumber, peeled, diced
• 1  tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 2  cups vegetable broth
• 3⁄4 cup sour cream, divided
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
• 1  teaspoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

1. In a blender, combine lettuce, spinach, scallions, cucumber & parsley, processing until the mixture forms a puree.
2. Gradually add the broth, 1/2 cup of sour cream, mayo, mint, salt & pepper, processing the mixture until it has an even consistency, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Serve in chilled bowls with a dollop of sour cream in the middle of each.