Best 5 Creamy Tomato Gazpacho With Crunchy Pecorino Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Creamy Tomato Gazpacho with Crunchy Pecorino, a refreshing and savory cold soup that captures the essence of summer. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with its smooth, velvety texture and burst of fresh tomato flavor, perfectly complemented by the salty, nutty crunch of pecorino cheese. Dive into the culinary journey as we explore this delightful recipe along with two additional variations: a zesty Avocado Gazpacho and a smoky Chipotle Gazpacho. Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic gazpacho, catering to diverse palates and preferences. Let's embark on this flavor-filled adventure and discover the secrets behind these extraordinary gazpacho recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST GAZPACHO



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More of a drink than a soup, served in frosted glasses or chilled tumblers, gazpacho is perfect when it is too hot to eat but you need cold, salt and lunch all at the same time. Gazpacho is everywhere in Seville, Spain, where this recipe comes from, but it's not the watered-down salsa or grainy vegetable purée often served in the United States. This version has no bread and is a creamy orange-pink rather than a lipstick red. That is because a large quantity of olive oil is required for making delicious gazpacho, rather than take-it-or-leave it gazpacho. The emulsion of red tomato juice, palest green cucumber juice and golden olive oil produces the right color and a smooth, almost fluffy texture.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 12 servings, about 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 8

About 2 pounds ripe red tomatoes, cored and roughly cut into chunks
1 Italian frying (cubanelle) pepper or another long, light green pepper, such as Anaheim, cored, seeded and roughly cut into chunks
1 cucumber, about 8 inches long, peeled and roughly cut into chunks
1 small mild onion (white or red), peeled and roughly cut into chunks
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar, more to taste
Salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more to taste, plus more for drizzling

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, pepper, cucumber, onion and garlic in a blender or, if using a hand blender, in a deep bowl. (If necessary, work in batches.) Blend at high speed until very smooth, at least 2 minutes, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula.
  • With the motor running, add the vinegar and 2 teaspoons salt. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil. The mixture will turn bright orange or dark pink and become smooth and emulsified, like a salad dressing. If it still seems watery, drizzle in more olive oil until texture is creamy.
  • Strain the mixture through a strainer or a food mill, pushing all the liquid through with a spatula or the back of a ladle. Discard the solids. Transfer to a large pitcher (preferably glass) and chill until very cold, at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Before serving, adjust the seasonings with salt and vinegar. If soup is very thick, stir in a few tablespoons ice water. Serve in glasses, over ice if desired, or in a bowl. A few drops of olive oil on top are a nice touch.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 122, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 365 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

CREAMY GAZPACHO



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups white bread, preferably day-old (or toasted), crusts removed and torn
2 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded (reserve the seeds and tomato juice) and flesh roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 English cucumber, roughly chopped
1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
1 large shallot, roughly chopped
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for serving
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bread in a large bowl. Pour the reserved tomato juice over the stale bread and set it aside for at least 10 minutes. Not only will this soften the bread, but also infuse it with the tomato flavor.
  • In a food processor or a powerful blender, add all of the chopped vegetables. Puree the vegetables until they start to breakdown.
  • Add the bread and the sherry vinegar to the blender. Turn the blender on and stream in the olive oil. Puree the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning. If the consistency is too thick, add water or more vinegar if you like, to adjust the thickness. Place the gazpacho into the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to marry with one another.
  • Serve the gazpacho in glasses, like they do in Spain, or you can serve it in bowls if you prefer.
  • Cook's Notes: To make your gazpacho spicier, add some of the ribs and seeds from the jalapeno. You can adjust the oil and vinegar in this recipe to make it tangier if you like!
  • Gazpacho gets better the longer that it sits.

GAZPACHO



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For fresh veggie-packed refreshment, try Ina Garten's Gazpacho soup recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; it's best served cold on a hot summer day.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 hothouse cucumber, halved and seeded, but not peeled
2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded
4 plum tomatoes
1 red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
23 ounces tomato juice (3 cups)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup good olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Roughly chop the cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, and red onions into 1-inch cubes. Put each vegetable separately into a food processor fitted with a steel blade and pulse until it is coarsely chopped. Do not overprocess!
  • After each vegetable is processed, combine them in a large bowl and add the garlic, tomato juice, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and chill before serving. The longer gazpacho sits, the more the flavors develop.

CREAMY GREEN GAZPACHO



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Provided by Joe Yonan

Categories     Soup/Stew     Leafy Green     Tomato     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Avocado     Cucumber     Summer     Healthy     Watercress

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium tomato, cored and cut into quarters
1 small cucumber, peeled and cut into large chunks
Flesh from 1/2 avocado, cut into large chunks
3 large basil leaves
1/2 jalapeño (optional)
3/4 cup lightly packed watercress or baby spinach leaves
1 small celery stalk (optional)
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, or more to taste
1 tablespoon honey
2 ice cubes
Filtered water (optional)
Kosher or sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Reserve one-quarter of the tomato, two cucumber chunks, two avocado chunks, and one basil leaf. Combine and finely chop for garnish.
  • Stem and seed the jalapeño half and reserve the seeds. Cut the jalapeño into several pieces. Combine one or two pieces of the jalapeño with the remaining tomato, cucumber, avocado, and basil and the watercress or spinach, celery, garlic, red wine vinegar, honey, and ice cubes in a blender or the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Add 1/4 cup or more water to thin the mixture, if necessary.
  • Taste and season with salt, pepper, and more vinegar, if needed. If you want the soup spicier, add more of the jalapeño, a little at a time, as well as some of the seeds if desired, blending and tasting after each addition. Refrigerate until cold, then pour into a bowl and top with the reserved chopped tomato, cucumber, avocado, and basil and a drizzle of olive oil, and eat.

FRESH TOMATO GAZPACHO



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     No-Cook     Cucumber     Bell Pepper     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds large tomatoes, halved
1/2 pound country-style bread, crust removed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1 red bell pepper, seeded, diced
1 cup chopped peeled English hothouse cucumber
1 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Working over bowl, gently squeeze tomato halves to release seeds and juices. Strain juices, pressing on solids to extract as much juice as possible (about 1/2 cup). Discard seeds. Chop tomatoes. Transfer chopped tomatoes and tomato juices to large glass bowl. Add next 9 ingredients. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
  • Working in batches, puree gazpacho with 1 cup water in blender until smooth. Pour gazpacho into coarse strainer set over large bowl. Press on solids to extract as much soup as possible. Season with salt and pepper. Chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Serve cold.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is key to making a great gazpacho. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and juicy.
  • Chill the gazpacho before serving. This will help to enhance the flavors of the soup.
  • Garnish the gazpacho with fresh herbs and vegetables. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.
  • Serve the gazpacho with crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the soup and make it a more satisfying meal.
  • Experiment with different variations of gazpacho. There are many different ways to make gazpacho, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.

Conclusion:

Creamy tomato gazpacho with crunchy pecorino is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your gazpacho spicy, tangy, or creamy, there is a recipe out there for you. So what are you waiting for? Give gazpacho a try today!

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