Gazpacho
This refreshing gazpacho recipe is a delightful blend of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, red pepper, and aromatic spices. Simple to prepare and bursting with fresh flavors, this chilled soup is the perfect dish to enjoy on a sunny day or as a light appetizer for a summer gathering. A splash of sherry vinegar adds a tangy twist, while a sprinkle of paprika lends a touch of smokiness to this classic Spanish dish. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh basil for an extra burst of herbaceous goodness.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 500g ripe plum tomatoes , roughly chopped
- ½ cucumber , peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 red pepper , roughly chopped
- 1 red onion , roughly chopped
- 1 garlic clove , chopped
- extra-virgin olive oil
- 200ml vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp sherry vinegar
- 2 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika
- 1 white baguette , cut into 4
Instructions
- Put the onion, garlic, pepper, tomatoes and bread in a food processor and blend until finely chopped, but not too smooth. Tip into a large bowl with the passata, stock, oil, vinegar, Tabasco or harissa, sugar and seasoning. Mix well, cover the bowl with cling film or foil and put in the fridge for at least 2 hrs or overnight.
- To serve, pour into small bowls or glasses, drizzle over a little olive oil and sprinkle with a few torn basil leaves.
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 134 calories
- Fat Content: 10 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 11 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 6 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 2 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.48 milligram of sodium
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