Enjoy a gazpacho recipe for Spanish cold soup! Learn how to prepare in simple steps the Best Healthy Spanish Gazpacho Recipe! Authentic recipe of this traditional and delicious Spanish Cold Tomato Soup.
Gazpacho is undoubtedly one of the most recognized Spanish dishes worldwide. Its peculiar cold temperature makes it one of the few soups that, besides being delicious, is so refreshing that it can easily be associated with a drink or a simple, fresh tomato juice. But no,… The Spanish Gazpacho or “Andaluz,” _typical of the region or state of Andalusia in southern Spain_, is an elaborate soup. Its addition to other vegetables and spices makes it a very nutritious soup. Ideal to drink in the middle of the day as a prelude to a main course.
Healthy Gazpacho Recipe
Key Ingredients
To prepare this exquisite recipe for 4 people, you will need 6 large ripe tomatoes, 1 large cucumber, 1 green bell pepper, white onion, garlic, white wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil, among others that I will detail in the recipe below.
How to Prepare Healthy Gazpacho Soup
Instructions:
- Prepare the ingredients by thoroughly washing the tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Peel the cucumber and garlic cloves.
- Cut the tomatoes into large chunks. Remove the seeds if desired. Chop the cucumber, green bell pepper, and onion into medium-sized pieces.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, onion, garlic cloves, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed.
- Once the mixture is well blended and seasoned, refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving to ensure it is thoroughly chilled.
As you will see in this short version of the Gazpacho recipe, its preparation is easy and quick. You just need to have all the ingredients, prepare them and blend them. And in minutes, you will be able to enjoy a Delicious and Healthy Spanish Gazpacho. A great alternative to those unhealthy processed foods.
Gazpacho Recipe: Authentic Spanish Tomato Cold Soup
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe tomatoes.
- 1 large cucumber.
- 1 green bell pepper.
- ½ white onion.
- 2 cloves of garlic.
- 2 tbsp of white wine vinegar.
- 4 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil.
- Salt to taste.
- Black pepper to taste.
- 1 slice of stale bread. (optional, for thickening)
- Cold water as needed.
- For garnish: cucumber, green bell pepper, and tomato chunks, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by thoroughly washing the tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Peel the cucumber and garlic cloves.
- Cut the tomatoes into large chunks and remove the seeds if desired. Chop the cucumber, green bell pepper, and onion into medium-sized pieces.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, onion, garlic cloves, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- If you prefer a thicker gazpacho, add the slice of stale bread broken into pieces to the mixture.
- Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous mixture. If necessary, add cold water to reach the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed.
- Once the mixture is well blended and seasoned, refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving to ensure it is thoroughly chilled.
- Serve the gazpacho in deep plates or individual bowls and garnish with cucumber, green bell pepper, and tomato chunks. Add a few fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on each portion.
