Best 4 Garbanzo Gazpacho Recipes

**Gazpacho: A Refreshing and Flavorful Cold Soup to Beat the Heat**

Gazpacho is a traditional Spanish cold soup made with fresh, ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and garlic. It is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. This article provides three delicious variations of gazpacho: a classic gazpacho, a white gazpacho, and a garbanzo gazpacho. The classic gazpacho is a vibrant red soup with a rich tomato flavor. The white gazpacho is a lighter and creamier version made with almonds and grapes. The garbanzo gazpacho is a hearty and protein-packed soup made with chickpeas and cumin. All three recipes are easy to make and can be customized to your taste. They are also a great way to use up fresh summer vegetables. Serve gazpacho as a light lunch or dinner, or as a refreshing appetizer.

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

Ingredients

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

GAZPACHO

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This gazpacho recipe comes in handy for luncheons in summer since it's so colorful and refreshing. I prepare it a day ahead using garden vegetables. The flavor gets even better as it sits in the refrigerator overnight. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 cups tomato juice
2 cups chopped seeded peeled tomatoes
1 cup diced green pepper
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced seeded cucumber
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup diced onion
1/3 cup tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until chilled. Stir in oil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE GARBANZOS

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This is a great fix for the period right before grocery day; if you've got a can of chickpeas on hand, you've got a quick and easy snack!

Provided by Shelagh Adam

Categories Salad Beans

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
¼ onion, grated
½ lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup frozen green peas, thawed

Steps:

In a bowl, mix the garbanzo beans, onion, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in the olive oil, and adjust seasonings to taste. Mix in the peas. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 631.5 mg, Sugar 1 g

CREAMY CHICKPEA GAZPACHO

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Chickpeas and tahini lend an addicting creaminess to classic gazpacho. Cool, refreshing, and hearty - the perfect summer dinner!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 15-ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained (only 1/2 cup goes into the soup; you'll roast the rest)
3 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes (cored and diced large (I usually use an heirloom mix but other types work just fine too))
1 medium cucumber (peeled and diced large)
1 small shallot (approx. 1 ounce, peeled and roughly minced)
2 medium cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Additional smoked paprika (diced cucumber and diced tomato for topping)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Add 1/2 cup of the chickpeas to the pitcher of a blender.
Rinse remaining chickpeas. Spread a couple of paper towels on a rimmed baking sheet and spread chickpeas on top. Gently blot tops of chickpeas with additional paper towels until they're relatively dry. Place the dried chickpeas in a bowl and drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil. Sprinkle with a couple of pinches of kosher salt and toss gently until coated with oil and salt. Discard paper towels and pour chickpeas onto baking sheet. Bake until golden and slightly crispy, 25-30 minutes.
While the chickpeas are roasting, make and chill the soup. To the 1/2 cup chickpeas already in the pitcher of the blender, add the remaining ingredients (aside from toppings). Puree until smooth. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until very cold.
Ladle into bowls and top with cucumber, tomato, roasted chickpeas, and a light sprinkle of smoked paprika. Serve.

Tips:

Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is the key ingredient in gazpacho, so make sure they're at their best.

Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your gazpacho more flavor and texture.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. Gazpacho is a versatile dish, so you can add whatever ingredients you like.

Chill the gazpacho before serving. This will help it to develop its flavors and make it more refreshing.

Serve gazpacho with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include croutons, diced cucumbers, and chopped herbs.

Conclusion:

Garbanzo gazpacho is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing soup that's perfect for a hot summer day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!