Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned low-sodium plum tomatoes
- ¼ cup low-sodium tomato puree
- 1 cup chopped watermelon (seedless)
- ½ teaspoon chopped garlic
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon orange zest *
- 1 tablespoon basil, chiffonade (cut into thin strips)
- Garnish: Four sprigs of fresh basil
Procedure:
- Using a grater or microplane, shave off the peel of an orange to make ½ teaspoon of shavings
- The shavings are your zest, which add strong, wonderfully citrus flavor to foods
- Use only the colored part of the peel, not the bitter white pith beneath
Preparation:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend well.
- Chill. Before serving, garnish each bowl with a sprig of fresh basil.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
35 calories, 0g fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 1g protein, 2g fiber, 15mg sodium.