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Summer Sweet Corn Gazpacho

Summer Sweet Corn Gazpacho: Refreshingly Delicious Vegan Bliss

Summer Sweet Corn Gazpacho is a vibrant chilled soup that captures the essence of summer with fresh produce and a delicious vegan-friendly recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Gazpacho
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn Husked and kernels sliced off
  • 2 cups Yellow Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 large Yellow Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 large Cucumber Peeled and deseeded
  • 1 small Shallot Peeled
  • 2 cloves Garlic Peeled
  • 1 small Jalapeno Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Sherry Vinegar Or substitute with white balsamic or champagne vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Basil Oil Optional for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Reserved Corn Kernels
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped

Equipment

  • blender
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Husk the fresh corn, slice the kernels off the cob, and scrape any remaining pulp into a bowl. Set aside some whole kernels for garnish.
  2. Peel and deseed the cucumber, then peel the shallot and garlic. Chop the yellow bell pepper and jalapeno into small pieces.
Blending
  1. In a blender, combine the corn, cucumber, yellow bell pepper, yellow tomatoes, shallot, garlic, and jalapeno. Add olive oil, lemon juice, sherry vinegar, and salt. Blend on high until smooth.
  2. If the mixture is too thick, add more olive oil or water gradually until the desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Chilling
  1. Transfer the gazpacho to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Serving
  1. Ladle the chilled gazpacho into bowls and garnish with reserved corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Drizzle with basil oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh corn for the best flavor, and remember to chill the gazpacho for optimal taste. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

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