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Gazpacho

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Gazpacho is a refreshing chilled Spanish soup made from ripe tomatoes, crisp vegetables, olive oil, and tangy vinegar. It’s cool, light, and perfect for hot weather or whenever you want a fresh, healthy meal or starter.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 slice of bread, torn (optional, for thickening)
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and garlic.
  2. Place all chopped vegetables and garlic into a blender or food processor. Add torn bread if using.
  3. Blend until smooth or your desired texture is reached. For chunkier soup, pulse instead of blending fully.
  4. With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil and vinegar. Blend until fully combined.
  5. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Transfer to a container, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours.
  7. Before serving, stir well and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped herbs or diced vegetables if desired.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, strain the blended soup through a fine mesh sieve.
  • Chilling helps the flavors deepen—don’t skip this step!
  • Use high-quality olive oil and ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Add avocado, jalapeño, or hot sauce for variation.

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