Asparagus & Watercress Gazpacho

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 lbs asparagus
• 1 large handful of watercress
• 4 stalks of green onions, chopped
• 2 english cucumbers, diced
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• some ice cubes

garnish: drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, sliced radishes, pinch of black pepper, watercress

Directions:

1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Peel the tough stalks of asparagus and chop before adding into the salted boiling water. Blanch asparagus for a minute before shocking it into a large bowl of icy cold water.
2. Drain and add the asparagus into a blender with the rest of ingredients. Blend until smooth.
3. Garnish and serve immediately.