Chilled Whole Body Gazpacho

Fresh tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, herbs, and olive oil come together for a classic summer soup that feels like sunshine in a bowl. ☀️

INGREDIENTS:

• 6-7 ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 purple onion, finely chopped
• 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1 sweet red bell pepper seeded and chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
• 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
• 4-5 cups of tomato juice
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Salt to taste 

TO PREPARE:

Combine all ingredients and blend to your desired consistency. Store (in a non- metal container) and refrigerate overnight so the flavors can blend together.

Chilled Cucumber Soup

Cool, creamy, and incredibly refreshing, this soup is the perfect light lunch or elegant starter on a hot summer day. It's packed with hydrating cucumbers, fresh herbs, and bright lemon for a bowl that's as nourishing as it is delicious.

Ingredients

2 large English cucumbers, peeled and roughly chopped

1 ripe avocado

1 cup plain unsweetened plain greek yogurt or coconut yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt of choice)

¼ cup fresh dill, loosely packed

¼ cup fresh parsley, loosely packed

2 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 small garlic clove

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

½ cup cold water (or more, as needed)

Instructions

Add the cucumbers, avocado, coconut yogurt, dill, parsley, green onions, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, sea salt, pepper, and cold water to a high-speed blender.

Blend until completely smooth and creamy, adding a little more cold water if you'd like a thinner consistency.

Taste and adjust with additional lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours before serving. The flavors become even better as the soup chills.

Serve cold, garnished with cucumber ribbons, fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly cracked pepper.

🌿 Lisa's Tip

Optional Garnishes

• Thin cucumber ribbons 🥒

• Fresh dill or mint sprigs 🌿

• Chopped chives

• Diced avocado 🥑

• A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

• Freshly cracked black pepper

Simple Healing Miso Soup

This simple soup became one of my favorite comforting rituals while traveling through Japan. Warm, light, and soothing, miso soup is filled with gut-friendly fermented goodness and makes a nourishing addition to any meal. Anytime of day, even for breakfast!

Ingredients:

4 cups water
2 teaspoons white miso paste
½ cup sliced mushrooms
1 green onion, sliced
½ cup cubed tofu or shelled edamame
1 small handful spinach
1 sheet nori, cut into small strips

Instructions:

Bring water and mushrooms to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes. Lower heat and whisk a small amount of warm water into the miso paste until smooth, then stir into the soup. Add tofu, spinach, green onion, and nori. Warm gently without boiling and serve.

Pro Tip: Avoid boiling miso after adding it to help preserve its beneficial probiotics.