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Fresh Gazpacho Soup

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A refreshing, no-cook cold soup packed with garden-fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, perfect for light summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ripe tomatoes (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup cold water (60–120 ml)
  • Fresh herbs (optional: basil or parsley, a handful)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and garlic to your blender or food processor. Pulse a few times to break down the chunks, then blend continuously until smooth—about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Blend again for 30 seconds to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Add cold water a little at a time until you reach your preferred thickness, usually about 1/3 cup (80 ml).
  5. Transfer the gazpacho to a large bowl or container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and let flavors meld.
  6. Optional: For a silkier texture, press the chilled soup through a fine mesh sieve before serving.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh herbs if desired, and drizzle with olive oil. Add diced cucumber pieces or croutons for crunch if desired.

Notes

Do not skip chilling the soup; it enhances the flavors and refreshes the palate. Pulse vegetables first to avoid heating the soup during blending. Peeling cucumber is optional but helps keep the soup bright and less bitter. Adjust vinegar and salt gradually to balance acidity.

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Keywords: gazpacho, cold soup, summer soup, fresh vegetables, no-cook soup, light meal, vegan, gluten-free

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