Best 2 Gazpacho Barefoot Contessa Recipes

Gazpacho is a classic Spanish soup that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is made with fresh, seasonal vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, and is typically served chilled. Ina Garten, also known as the Barefoot Contessa, has a delicious recipe for gazpacho that uses simple, fresh ingredients and is easy to make. Her recipe includes a variety of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions, as well as olive oil, garlic, and sherry vinegar. The soup is blended until smooth and then chilled before serving. If you are looking for a refreshing and flavorful soup to enjoy on a hot day, Ina Garten's gazpacho is a perfect choice.

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GAZPACHO ADAPTED FROM BAREFOOT CONTESSA

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A wonderful fresh gazpacho. It gets better day by day; after a week (in the frig!) it is simply outstanding. I have made this using the food processor but then add some hand-diced tomatoes for additional texture. A great summer meal.

Provided by BarbryT

Categories Onions

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 English cucumber, halved but not peeled
1 red pepper, cored and seeded
1 green pepper, cored and seeded
4 plum tomatoes
1 red onion
3 garlic cloves (or more)
5 -6 cups tomato juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Roughly chop the cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes and red onion into 1-inch cubes. Put each vegetable, separately, into a food processor fitted with the steel chopping blade. Pulse each until coarsely chopped. Do no overprocess!
After each vegetable is cut, combine them in a large bowl (preferably that has a cover). Add garlic and mix well. Whisk together the olive oil and vinegar; add salt and pepper. Combine with tomato juice then pour the combination over the vegetables. Mix well.
Chill thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.7, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 985.9, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 11.2, Protein 2.9

GAZPACHO (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)

GAZPACHO (BAREFOOT CONTESSA) image

Categories Soup/Stew Tomato Summer

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 hothouse cucumber, halved and seeded, but not peeled
2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded
4 plum tomatoes
1 red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
23 ounces tomato juice (3 cups)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup good olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Tabasco

Steps:

Roughly chop the cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, and red onions into 1-inch cubes. Put each vegetable separately into a food processor fitted with a steel blade and pulse until it is coarsely chopped. Do not overprocess! After each vegetable is processed, combine them in a large bowl and add the garlic, tomato juice, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper, Tabasco. Mix well and chill before serving. The longer gazpacho sits, the more the flavors develop.

Tips:

Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is the key to a great gazpacho. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and fragrant.
Chill the soup thoroughly before serving. Gazpacho is best served cold, so make sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.
Add some garnish before serving. This could include chopped cucumber, red onion, or croutons.
Experiment with different toppings. Gazpacho is a versatile soup that can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as grilled shrimp, avocado, or hard-boiled eggs.
Make a spicy version. If you like spicy food, try adding some chopped jalapeños or chili peppers to the soup.
Don't be afraid to adjust the ingredients to your liking. Gazpacho is a forgiving soup, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste.

Conclusion:

Gazpacho is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful soup, give gazpacho a try.