Name: Gazpacho Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: For the Soup:; 4 ripe tomatoes (or 2 cups cherry tomatoes); 1 red bell pepper, roasted (jarred or homemade); ½ English cucumber, chopped; ½ small red onion; 1 clove garlic; 2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar); Juice of ½ lime (about 1 tbsp); ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp sea salt (more to taste); ¼ tsp black pepper; To Stir in (after blending):; ½ cucumber, grated; 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil); Optional: ¼ cup finely chopped cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for texture; Optional Garnishes:; Extra virgin olive oil drizzle; Diced avocado; Croutons or toasted seeds; Lime wedge; Microgreens or herbs

Description

Gazpacho Soup is a refreshing, cold Spanish classic made with fresh vegetables, perfect for hot summer days. With vibrant flavors from ripe tomatoes, cucumber, roasted red pepper, and a zesty lime dressing, this chilled soup is both healthy and delicious. A must-try for any occasion!

Ingredients

For the Soup:

4 ripe tomatoes (or 2 cups cherry tomatoes)

1 red bell pepper, roasted (jarred or homemade)

½ English cucumber, chopped

½ small red onion

1 clove garlic

2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar)

Juice of ½ lime (about 1 tbsp)

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp sea salt (more to taste)

¼ tsp black pepper

To Stir in (after blending):

½ cucumber, grated

1 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil)

Optional: ¼ cup finely chopped cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for texture

Optional Garnishes:

Extra virgin olive oil drizzle

Diced avocado

Croutons or toasted seeds

Lime wedge

Microgreens or herbs

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Instructions

Blend the Soup: Add tomatoes, roasted red pepper, chopped cucumber, onion, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, paprika, salt, and pepper to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth (about 30-60 seconds). For a chunkier texture, pulse a few times.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, vinegar, or lime juice as needed.
Stir in Add-ins: Pour the soup into a bowl or container and stir in the grated cucumber, chopped herbs, and optional chopped tomatoes or peppers if using.
Chill: Cover and chill the soup in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving. If all the ingredients were chilled beforehand, you can serve it immediately. The flavors will deepen the longer it sits.
Serve Cold: Serve the soup cold with your choice of garnishes like avocado, herbs, an olive oil drizzle, croutons, or lime wedges.

Notes

Spicy Gazpacho: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a small piece of jalapeño before blending for an extra kick.
Low FODMAP Version: Omit garlic and onion, and add chives for a milder flavor.
Creamy Option: Blend in ½ avocado for a richer and creamier texture.
Tomato Substitution: If fresh tomatoes aren’t available, you can use a 14-ounce can of whole peeled tomatoes instead.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Soup, Appetizer, Light Meal
Method: Blending, Chilling
Cuisine: Spanish, Mediterranean