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Easy Gazpacho

Easy Gazpacho: The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Chill

Easy Gazpacho is a refreshing chilled soup perfect for summer, made with ripe tomatoes and crisp cucumbers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups English cucumber Use Persian cucumber for a sweeter taste.
  • 4 cups Ripe tomatoes Heirloom varieties enhance taste.
  • 1 medium Fresno chiles Substitute with red bell pepper for a sweeter option.
  • 1 small Red onion Can replace with scallions for a gentler taste.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves Use less or roasted garlic for a softer flavor.
  • 1 bunch Fresh cilantro Omit if you dislike cilantro; parsley works as a substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil Avocado oil can be a suitable substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Opt for Himalayan salt for extra minerals.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Adds visual appeal and an extra burst of flavor.
  • 1 bunch Fresh herbs Adds final touch of freshness and color.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Gazpacho
  1. Finely chop ¼ of the cucumber and set it aside for garnish. Peel and chop the remainder along with the ripe tomatoes, Fresno chiles, red onion, and garlic cloves. Place all chopped vegetables in a bowl.
  2. In a high-speed blender, combine all the chopped vegetables, cilantro, vinegar, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes until smooth. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Blend briefly to mix adjustments, then pour gazpacho into a bowl.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for flavors to meld.
  5. Spoon the chilled gazpacho into bowls or glasses, garnish with reserved cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Drizzle olive oil and add freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

To keep it fresh, consider garnishing just before serving.

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