Quick Gazpacho
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant summer flavors, this Quick Gazpacho is the ultimate no-cook recipe for hot days. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and a touch of garlic, this chilled Spanish soup comes together in just 15 minutes using a blender—no stove required! Olive oil and red wine vinegar lend richness and tang, while optional fresh parsley or basil adds a touch of brightness. Perfect as a light appetizer or a healthy meal on its own, this classic cold soup is both vegan and gluten-free, making it a versatile dish for any occasion. Serve it in bowls for a traditional presentation or in glasses for an elegant party starter, and let the bold flavors of summer shine with every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.
Core the tomatoes and roughly chop them into large chunks.
Peel the cucumber and chop it into large pieces.
Deseed the red bell pepper and cut it into chunks.
Peel the garlic cloves.
In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, water, salt, and black pepper to the blender. Blend again until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Taste the gazpacho and adjust the seasoning with more salt, vinegar, or pepper as needed.
If the texture is too thick, add a bit more water and blend briefly.
Refrigerate the gazpacho for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours) to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the gazpacho a quick stir. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Serve cold in bowls or glasses, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2413 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2498 mg | 53% | |
*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.
