Description
Experience the essence of summer with this easy gazpacho recipe, a chilled soup bursting with fresh flavors! This vibrant blend of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty peppers creates a refreshing dish perfect for hot days. Ready in just 15 minutes, it serves as a delightful appetizer or light meal that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and onion into small pieces.
- Add minced garlic along with salt and pepper to the vegetables.
- In a blender or food processor, combine all chopped ingredients with olive oil and red wine vinegar; blend until smooth yet slightly chunky.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve cold in bowls or glasses with optional toppings like croutons or extra diced veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg