BEET AND TOMATO GAZPACHO

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The color alone is reason enough to make this gorgeous gazpacho. This is inspired by a gazpacho by Dani Garcia in Ana von Bremzen's "The New Spanish Table." Mr. Garcia's soup also includes cherries, which I don't miss in this rendition. One roasted beet transforms a classic into a beautiful original.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices red or white onion
1 large beet (about 6 ounces), roasted
1 small (6 ounces) cucumber or 1/2 long European cucumber peeled and coarsely chopped
2 pounds ripe tomatoes, quartered
2 sticks celery, coarsely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, halved, green germs removed
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, plus a little extra for the onion
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
1/2 to 1 cup ice water
1/2 cup diced cucumber
Slivered fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Put the onion slices in a bowl, cover with cold water and add a few drops of vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Drain and rinse with cold water. Cut in half or into smaller pieces.
  • Working in two batches, blend all of the ingredients except the garnishes in a blender for 2 minutes or longer, until smooth and frothy. Transfer to a bowl or container (a metal bowl is the most efficient for chilling), thin out with more water if desired, and chill for at least 2 hours before eating. Garnish each bowl or glass with diced cucumber and slivered fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 750 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Romantic_vibes
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This gazpacho was a disappointment. The flavors were muddled and the soup was too thick.


Md mithu Miah
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I was looking for a healthy and refreshing summer soup and this gazpacho fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Yousef gamal
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I love this gazpacho! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Twe Augustine
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This gazpacho was a great way to use up some extra beets from my garden. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Rao shahmeer Rajput
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very refreshing.


Nalliah Ravichandran
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This gazpacho was a nice change from the traditional tomato-based soup. The beets added a beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor.


Susan Murray
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I tried this recipe and it was way too sour for my taste. I think I'll stick to my old gazpacho recipe.


Mareez E Ishq
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I thought this gazpacho was just okay. I found the flavor to be a bit bland.


Nate Figueroa
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This soup was delicious and healthy. I will definitely be making it again.


D.I. SAGOR OFFICIAL
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I made this gazpacho for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


Aidan Lee
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and had a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.


Cho Mohamed
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This gazpacho was a refreshing and delicious summer soup. I loved the vibrant colors and the combination of sweet beets and tangy tomatoes. It was also very easy to make, and I appreciated that I could use all fresh ingredients.