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Easy Gazpacho

Refreshing Easy Gazpacho: Chill Out with Summer Flavors

Easy Gazpacho is a chilled soup filled with summer flavors, making it the perfect refreshing dish for hot days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2.5 pounds Ripe tomatoes Use plum or heirloom tomatoes for best results.
  • 1 English cucumber English cucumber Adds freshness and hydration.
  • 1 unit Fresno chiles or red bell pepper Offers mild heat and sweetness.
  • 0.25 unit Small red onion Sharpness and depth of flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust quantity based on taste preference.
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro Substitute with parsley for a different flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar Use white wine vinegar as an alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil Flavored oils can also be used.
  • 1.25 teaspoons Sea salt Use kosher salt if preferred.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper Optional for those sensitive to spice.
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Provides a pop of color and sweetness.
  • 1 cup Fresh herbs Use seasonal herbs like basil or parsley.

Equipment

  • High-power blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop ¼ of the English cucumber and set this aside for garnish.
  2. Peel the remaining cucumber and cut it into large chunks, along with tomatoes, Fresno chiles, red onion, and garlic.
  3. In a high-power blender, combine the chunks and blend on high for about 30 to 60 seconds until smooth.
  4. Taste the gazpacho and adjust the seasonings as necessary.
  5. Transfer gazpacho into a bowl or container, cover, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  6. Ladle gazpacho into bowls and garnish with diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the Easy Gazpacho for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

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