Description
Enjoy the refreshing taste of this Ultimate Gazpacho, a classic Spanish cold soup bursting with the flavors of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Perfect for a light and healthy meal on a hot day.
Ingredients
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For the Gazpacho:
- 2 1/2 pounds ripe red tomatoes (about 4 large or 9 small)
- 1 small Vidalia or sweet yellow onion (1/2 pound), peeled and cut into rough 1-inch chunks
- 1 small cucumber (1/2 pound), peeled and seeded
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cored and seeded
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1 large garlic clove, peeled
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
For Garnish:
- Reserved tomato seeds
- Reserved chopped cucumber
- Reserved chopped bell pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Core and chop tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and bell pepper. Reserve some for garnish.
- Blend: Combine veggies with basil, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Combine: Add remaining vegetable chunks to the blended mix. Blend briefly for a chunky texture.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with reserved vegetables and basil leaves.
Notes
- For a quicker version, blend all ingredients at once for a smoother consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
