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

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.

Merillio Kromo
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Meh, not a fan of the chickpea texture.


Helal Khan
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My gazpacho turned out too thick, not sure what I did wrong.


Rami Koirala
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This soup is a total game changer. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I'll be making it all summer long!


Tresa Daugherty
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Wow! Just wow!


Sujal Shrestha
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I made this creamy chickpea gazpacho for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone wanted the recipe.


Carol Froberg
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Delish! Rave reviews from my family!


Mickey Monroe
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This is the perfect soup for a summer party, everyone loved it!


M sohail Sajan
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I'm not vegan but this creamy chickpea gazpacho has made me reconsider my dietary choices!


Jonathan hibbitts
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So good! Perfect balance of flavors.


Rose Radebe
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This soup exceeded my expectations, a new favorite in our house!


ibrahim shah
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Nailed it! So creamy and flavorful!


Brandon Tanner
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Soup is not really my thing but this creamy chickpea gazpacho won me over, will definitely make it again soon!


Kane Cauzzee
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I was a bit skeptical about the chickpea addition but it surprisingly worked really well and made the soup more wholesome.


Mariam Fatima
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out amazing, definitely a keeper!


OGUNDIRAN Philip
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OMG! This creamy chickpea gazpacho is insanely delicious!


Nug gaming
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The creamy texture of the chickpeas is complemented perfectly by the tangy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers.


Rezher Kosrat
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This soup is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light, refreshing, and sure to make everyone who tries it smile!


BRAND GAMING
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The fusion of spices, cucumber, and chickpeas give this chilled soup a unique piquant flavor.


Elizabeth Akinyi
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I've made this creamy chickpea gazpacho many times and I absolutely love it!


Chris Stock
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I'm giving this cool refreshing soup a 5 star rating because it was so flavorful and easy to make, even my kids loved it!