Moms Gazpacho: A Refreshing Taste of Summer in a Bowl
Gazpacho is a classic Spanish cold soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. This chilled soup is made with fresh, ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and garlic, and it is seasoned with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Gazpacho is typically served with a variety of toppings, such as croutons, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and diced avocado.
In this article, we'll share two delicious gazpacho recipes: a classic gazpacho recipe and a roasted red pepper gazpacho recipe. Both recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So grab your blender and get ready to enjoy a refreshing bowl of gazpacho today!
AUTHENTIC GAZPACHO
My favorite recipe for how to make authentic, fresh, delicious Spanish gazpacho.
Provided by Ali
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Puree for 1 minute, or until the soup reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and season with extra salt, pepper and/or cumin if needed.
- Refrigerate in a sealed container for 3 to 4 hours, or until completely chilled.
- Serve cold, topped with your desired garnishes.
GAZPACHO
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
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.
AUTHENTIC GAZPACHO RECIPE
The best Spanish gazpacho recipe I've ever tried. This authentic gazpacho is a blend of different vegetables with olive oil, vinegar, and salt.
Provided by Lauren Aloise
Categories Tapa
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and dry all of the vegetables very well-if you prefer to peel the tomatoes you can, although I usually leave the skin on.
- Cut the tomatoes into 4 slices (leaving the core behind) and put into your blender.
- Halve, core, and de-seed the pepper. Cut it into a few slices and add to the blender.
- Peel the garlic and slice it in half. Remove the core (which often results in bitterness when not cooked).
- Cut the onion into a few slices and add it to the blender too.
- Peel the cucumber and cut it in half. Add half to the blender and save the other half for a topping.
- Blend the vegetables at a high speed until it is completely pureed.
- Add the salt and vinegar and, while blending on a slow speed, slowly add the olive oil.
- Taste and adjust salt and vinegar. If the texture is too thick for your liking add some cold water.
- Refrigerate and serve VERY cold! Add as many (or as few) toppings as you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.63 kcal, Carbohydrate 12.13 g, Protein 2.56 g, Fat 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.94 g, Sodium 85.63 mg, Fiber 3.6 g, Sugar 7.73 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GAZPACHO
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h
Yield 3 quarts, 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the soup. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Transfer to a food processor and pulse until almost pureed, leaving a little texture. Season with salt and pepper. Return to bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Prepare topping mixture. In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients until well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until needed. To serve: Ladle 10 to 12 ounces into chilled soup plates. On a large serving spoon, place 1/4 cup of the topping mixture, top with 2 shrimp, and garnish with a sprig of cilantro. Carefully place in the center of the plate of soup. Place a wedge of lime on the rim of the plate.
BEST GAZPACHO
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
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
Wonderful cold soup full of fresh Mediterranean vegetables! Quick and easy.
Provided by Kara
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Gazpacho Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine tomato juice, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, tarragon, basil, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper. Blend until well-combined but still slightly chunky. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 304.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
GAZPACHO
An easy Gazpacho recipe
Provided by David Kamen
Categories Soup/Stew Blender Tomato Freeze/Chill No-Cook Vegetarian Cucumber Bell Pepper Summer Chill Healthy Vegan
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In a bowl, reserve 2 tablespoons each of the tomato, cucumber, pepper, and onion to garnish.
- 2. In the food processor or blender, purée the remaining ingredients (except the croutons) until smooth, adjusting the seasoning to taste with lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- 3. Cover and chill thoroughly, at least 3 hours but preferably overnight. Adjust the consistency as desired with water. Serve in chilled bowls garnished with the reserved vegetables and croutons.
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh tomatoes. This will give your gazpacho a delicious, sweet flavor.
- Peel and seed the tomatoes. This will help to create a smooth, creamy gazpacho.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your gazpacho. Some good options include cucumbers, peppers, onions, and garlic.
- Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to give your gazpacho a rich, flavorful taste.
- Season your gazpacho to taste. Use salt, pepper, garlic, and cumin to create a delicious flavor profile.
- Chill your gazpacho before serving. This will make it nice and refreshing on a hot day.
Conclusion:
Gazpacho is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful meal, give gazpacho a try!
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