Gazpacho Andalusia
Discover the vibrant flavors of southern Spain with this authentic Gazpacho Andalusia! This chilled tomato-based soup is a refreshing summertime classic, made with sun-ripened tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and fragrant garlic, all blended into velvety perfection. Enhanced by the richness of extra virgin olive oil, a tangy splash of red wine vinegar, and the subtle addition of day-old bread for texture, this no-cook recipe is simple, quick, and deeply satisfying. Serve it ice-cold, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or a scattering of diced vegetables for a stunning presentation. Perfect as a light appetizer or a cooling lunch, this traditional gazpacho recipe brings the essence of Andalusian cuisine straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium white onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 slices day-old bread
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 ice cubes
Instructions
Begin by preparing your vegetables: core and roughly chop the tomatoes, peel and chop the cucumber, seed and chop the red bell pepper, and peel and dice the onion.
Peel the garlic cloves and cut the day-old bread into small pieces.
In a high-powered blender, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and bread.
Add the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, cold water, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. If the consistency is too thick, add additional cold water a little at a time until your desired texture is achieved.
Taste the gazpacho and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or vinegar as needed.
For an ultra-smooth texture, pass the blended soup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing out any solids.
Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until cold.
When ready to serve, stir well and add ice cubes to each bowl for an extra-refreshing touch, if desired.
Serve in bowls or glasses, and optionally garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, finely diced vegetables, or fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2685 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 3618 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
