Description
Chilled Gazpacho Soup is a refreshing Spanish soup made with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and olive oil blended until smooth. Served cold, this vibrant soup is perfect for hot summer days as a light appetizer or healthy lunch.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 6 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ small red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
Liquids and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup tomato juice (optional, for thinner consistency)
Garnish
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash, peel, and chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and onion into manageable pieces for blending. Peel the garlic cloves.
- Combine in blender: Place the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper into a blender jar.
- Blend until smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture achieves a smooth and consistent texture.
- Adjust consistency: If a thinner soup is desired, add up to ½ cup of tomato juice and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Chill: Transfer the gazpacho soup to a container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to develop flavors and serve cold.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the chilled soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley, and optionally diced vegetables or avocado for added texture.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the richest flavor and vibrant color.
- Chill thoroughly before serving to enhance refreshment.
- Optional toppings include diced avocado or croutons for extra texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Spanish
