Gazpacho is a refreshing and flavorful cold soup that originated in the southern region of Andalusia, Spain. It is typically made with fresh, seasonal vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions, and is seasoned with garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and salt. Gazpacho can be served as a starter or main course, and is a popular dish during the hot summer months. Ina Garten, a renowned chef and cookbook author, has her own take on this classic Spanish soup, which she has adapted to suit her own taste and style. Her version of gazpacho is packed with flavor, yet light and refreshing, making it the perfect dish for a summer gathering.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WATERMELON GAZPACHO
This is a delightfully simple, elegant dish. Serve as a side or with pita and hummus for a meal. It's so refreshing-guests will love it. -Nicole Deelah, Nashville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings (1 quart).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Puree 3 cups watermelon in a blender. Cut remaining watermelon into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the watermelon puree, lime juice, lime zest, ginger and salt. Stir in the tomato, cucumber, green pepper, cilantro, onion, jalapeno and cubed watermelon. Chill until serving. If desired, serve with wedge of watermelon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHEF JOHN'S GAZPACHO
Only try this recipe if you're going to use some killer, end-of-summer, super-sweet tomatoes. There just isn't any substitute, so happy hunting, and I hope you find some so you give this a try.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Gazpacho Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, green onion, jalapeno, and garlic in a large bowl. Stir in salt, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
- Place cherry tomatoes, olive oil, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a blender. Cover and puree until smooth. Pour pureed mixture through a strainer into the tomato-cucumber mixture; stir to combine.
- Place 1/3 of the tomato mixture into the blender. Cover, turn blender on, and puree until smooth. Return pureed mixture to the remaining tomato-cucumber mixture. Stir to combine. Cover and chill in refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Season cold soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and top with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 410.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
GAZPACHO
Wonderful cold soup full of fresh Mediterranean vegetables! Quick and easy.
Provided by Kara
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Gazpacho Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine tomato juice, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, tarragon, basil, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper. Blend until well-combined but still slightly chunky. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 304.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
GARDEN GAZPACHO
My husband requested a gazpacho and it was great to use what I had just picked from my friends' garden. We just love living at the lake during the summer and our friends came over to enjoy this with us. The longer you let it sit in the refrigerator, the better.
Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Tomato Soup Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place cucumber in a food processor; pulse 5 to 6 times to chop into very small pieces. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with red bell peppers, red onion, and celery, pulsing each into very small pieces in the food processor and transferring to the bowl.
- Combine plum tomatoes and garlic in the food processor; pulse until finely diced. Pour over cucumber mixture in the bowl.
- Pour tomato juice, white wine vinegar, and olive oil over tomato and cucumber mixture in the bowl. Add sea salt, black pepper, basil, parsley, and red pepper flakes; stir well.
- Chill until flavors combine and deepen, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 571.5 mg, Sugar 12 g
GREEK GAZPACHO
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the bread, garlic, oregano, and parsley in a food processor and process until everything is finely chopped. Add the vinegar and olive oil and process again until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl.
- Place the peppers, red onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives separately in the food processor and process until very coarsely chopped. Add to the mixing bowl. Add the tomato juice, salt, and pepper and stir well. Taste for seasoning, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Fold in the feta and serve cold.
EASY GAZPACHO & GOAT CHEESE CROUTONS
Steps:
- Cut the tomatoes, scallions, cucumber, and onion in large pieces and place them in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the garlic and pulse until the soup is coarsely pureed. Place it in a large bowl and whisk in the vinegar, olive oil, celery salt, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, tomato juice, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, preheat the broiler and place the top rack 5 to 7 inches from the heat. Cut 6 (1/2-inch-thick) diagonal slices from the baguette. Place on a sheet pan, brush with olive oil, and broil for 1 to 2 minutes on one side. Turn the slices, spread with the goat cheese, and broil for another minute, until the cheese is warm and the bread is toasted. Serve big bowls of cold soup with a warm goat cheese crouton and a drizzle of olive oil.
GAZPACHO
Provided by Tyler Florence
Time 2h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Soak the bread in 1 cup of water for 5 minutes, and then squeeze out the excess water. Place the bread in a blender or food processor; add the tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Puree the ingredients until almost smooth, leaving a little texture. Pour the vegetable mixture into a large bowl; stir in the tomato juice, sugar, paprika, salt, pepper, vinegar, oil, parsley, and lemon juice until well combined. Refrigerate the soup for at least 2 hours until very well chilled; the flavors will develop as it sits. Season the gazpacho again with salt and pepper before serving. Serve in chilled bowls or tureen and top with desired garnishes.
GAZPACHO
This gazpacho recipe comes in handy for luncheons in summer since it's so colorful and refreshing. I prepare it a day ahead using garden vegetables. The flavor gets even better as it sits in the refrigerator overnight. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until chilled. Stir in oil just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GAZPACHO (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)
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.
GAZPACHO ADAPTED FROM BAREFOOT CONTESSA
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
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
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh tomatoes. This will give your gazpacho the best flavor.
- Don't peel the tomatoes. The skins will add texture and flavor to the soup.
- Chill the gazpacho before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the soup to become refreshing.
- Serve the gazpacho with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include croutons, chopped cucumbers, and diced avocado.
- Experiment with different ingredients. Gazpacho is a versatile soup that can be made with a variety of vegetables and fruits.
Conclusion:
Gazpacho is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a gazpacho that will impress your family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Give gazpacho a try!
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