š š„ Chilled Gazpacho with Vine-Ripened Tomatoes, Cucumber, Bell Peppers & Basil šæ
āļø A refreshing Spanish classic, gazpacho originates from Andalusia, where it has been enjoyed for centuries as a cooling summer soup.
šŖšø Made with ripe seasonal vegetables and fragrant basil, this no-cook recipe is naturally light, hydrating, and packed with vitamins.
š For the best flavor, use fully ripe vine tomatoes and chill the gazpacho for at least 2 hours before serving.
āļø Blend until silky smooth, or leave it slightly textured for a more rustic style.
āØ Garnish with diced vegetables, fresh basil, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, or homemade croutons for extra texture.
Equipment
- 1 Blender High-speed preferred
- 1 Chef's knife For chopping vegetables
- 1 Mixing bowl For chilling if needed
- 1 Fine sieve Optional, for an extra smooth texture
- 2 Serving bowls Chilled before serving if possible
Ingredients
Gazpacho
- 500 g Vine-ripened tomatoes Roughly chopped
- 150 g Cucumber Peeled and chopped
- 100 g Red bell pepper Deseeded and chopped
- 25 g Red onion Roughly chopped
- 1 clove Garlic Peeled
- 10 g Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 60 ml Cold water Adjust to desired consistency
- 0.5 tsp Sea salt Or to taste
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
Instructions
- Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and basil.
- Add all vegetables, garlic, basil, olive oil, vinegar, water, salt, and pepper to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth. For an ultra-silky texture, strain the soup through a fine sieve.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, vinegar, or water as needed.
- Transfer to a bowl or pitcher, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve well chilled, garnished with fresh basil, diced vegetables, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired.
Notes
For the sweetest flavor, use ripe seasonal tomatoes at room temperature before blending.
The gazpacho can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and often tastes even better the following day.
PRIVATE NOTES
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal
