Beet and tomato gazpacho is a vibrant and flavorful soup that originated in the sun-kissed region of Andalusia, Spain. Originally a humble peasant dish, gazpacho has evolved into a culinary gem, captivating the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide with its refreshing simplicity and bursts of garden-fresh flavors. This chilled soup is traditionally prepared during the hot summer months, when ripe tomatoes, sweet beets, and crisp cucumbers are at their peak, creating a symphony of colors and textures that tantalize the senses.
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BEET AND TOMATO GAZPACHO
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
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
QUICK CLASSIC GAZPACHO
For the ultimate gazpacho, you must peel, seed, dice, salt and drain really good, vine-ripened tomatoes. So what if you don't have time to fuss with fresh tomatoes? I've found the canned variety makes a fine substitute. Another advantage: Fresh tomatoes start to deteriorate as soon as the soup is refrigerated, but canned tomatoes are unaffected by the chill.
Provided by Ben S.
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Gazpacho Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Process 1/2 cup of tomatoes, along with the water and oil, in a blender or food processor until pureed. Transfer to a medium bowl, along with remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (Can be made several hours before serving.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 215 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
BEET AND TOMATO GAZPACHO
By Martha Rose Shulman in the NYTimes, published August 3, 2013. The beet lends a beautiful color to this version. I only had baby beets, so used a handful of them in lieu of a larger one. I also added one chopped, unpeeled Granny Smith apple, which worked very well. Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
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 : Calories 114.8, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 27.8, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 2.3
SEEGER'S GAZPACHO WITH BEET TERRINE
Provided by Food Network
Time 5h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Juice all gazpacho ingredients through a juicer.
- For the mayonnaise: Blend the egg yolks and olive oil in a blender. Season with lemon juice, salt and cayenne pepper. Combine the gazpacho with the mayonnaise.
- For the terrine: Roast beets in the oven at 400 degrees wrapped in aluminum foil with salt, pepper and cumin seed for approximately one hour until cooked. Peel beets. Slice into 1/2-inch thick slices and layer in a one liter terrine. In between beet layers, add beef consomme that has been mixed with shallots, chives, salt and pepper. Cover with plastic and place in refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- For the assembly: Pour the gazpacho into a bowl and place a 1-inch thick slice of the terrine on top of the soup.
ROASTED GOLDEN BEETS
Golden beets are milder in flavor, and roasting them brings out their sweetness. Trust me, you'll turn beet haters into beet lovers, and my husband will confirm that! Serve warm or cold in a salad.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Beet Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Peel beets, and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Combine olive oil, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add beets, and mix until well coated.
- Spread beets out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan and roast, flipping half way through, until the beets are tender and starting to turn golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, put beets back into the bowl, and toss with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332.1 mg
BEST GAZPACHO
This recipe produces quite a large amount, but do not worry--this gazpacho is so delicious that it will soon be gone. One of my favorites for summer parties. Serve with fresh croutons or bread.
Provided by gartenfee
Time 1h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare a bowl with ice water.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Cut crosses into the bottom of the tomatoes with a sharp knife, and blanch tomatoes in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes until the skin begins to come off. Remove tomatoes with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse in the ice water.
- Remove skin from the tomatoes and cut out the seeds over a bowl (so that no juice is lost); discard the seeds.
- If the cucumber is organic, leave the peel on; otherwise peel it. Remove seeds of cucumber and roughly chop.
- Combine tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, and red wine vinegar in a food processor or blender; blend until gazpacho has desired consistency, either coarsely chopped or finely pureed. Slowly add olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Puree again briefly.
- Refrigerate gazpacho until cold, at least 1 hour. Remove from the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 8.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh tomatoes. This will give your gazpacho the best flavor.
- Chill the gazpacho before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the soup more refreshing.
- Garnish the gazpacho with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include croutons, croutons, chopped cucumber, red onion, colored bell peppers, or chopped hard-boiled eggs.
- If you don't have a blender, you can use a food processor or a grater to chop the vegetables. Just be sure to chop them finely so that the soup has a smooth consistency.
- Beet and tomato gazpacho can be made ahead of time. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Beet and tomato gazpacho is a delicious, refreshing soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful soup, give beet and tomato gazpacho a try!
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