Best 3 Herbed Gazpacho Recipes

Herbed gazpacho, a Spanish cold soup, is a refreshing and invigorating dish that captures the flavors of the Mediterranean. With its vibrant colors and zesty taste, this soup is perfect for hot summer days or as a light and healthy lunch or dinner option. Packed with fresh herbs, juicy tomatoes, and crisp vegetables, herbed gazpacho is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making it a guilt-free indulgence that tantalizes the taste buds while providing essential vitamins and minerals.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HERBED GAZPACHO

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For a unique first course, serve this colorful soup from Carole Benson, Cabazon, California. Chilled V-8 juice is the base for this soup that's chock-full of generous chunks of chopped tomatoes, green pepper and cucumber. "Garnish each bowl with shrimp for a fancy finish," suggests Carole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice, chilled
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Cooked chopped shrimp, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Garnish with shrimp if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 781mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY HERBED SUMMER GAZPACHO

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The soup we know as gazpacho originated in Spain's southern region of Andalusia. Farm harvesters traditionally prepared their lunches in the fields by pounding garlic, stale bread, water, olive oil, and salt in a large wooden bowl, forming a sort of nourishing paste to which they added cold water. Legend maintains that Christopher Columbus took barrels of this paste on his first voyage to the New World. Discovering tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers in the Andes, he added them to the mix, creating the liquid salad we still call gazpacho. From "The Florida Keys Cookbook". Prep/Cook time DOES NOT include overnight refrigeration time.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories Onions

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 3/4 cup servings, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup finely diced red onion
3/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
3/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups organic tomato juice
2 cups reduced-sodium spicy vegetable juice
1 cup reduced-sodium Clamato juice
1 cup organic chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth
3 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
3 tablespoons snipped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
3 tablespoons snipped fresh chives or 1 tablespoon dried chives
kosher sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 cups seeded diced fresh tomatoes
1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced thin, then diced (about 1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

ONE DAY AHEAD:.
Place olive oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium heat.
When oil is hot, add onions, red and green peppers and garlic. Saute until soft, about 7 minutes.
Add tomato juice, V-8 juice, Clamato juice, chicken broth, parsley, basil and chives.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Raise heat to high and bring mixture to boil.
Immediately remove from heat and add tomatoes and cucumber.
Stir to combine.
Transfer soup to a covered container and refrigerate overnight to marry flavors.
TO SERVE:.
Transfer soup to individual bowls.
Serve soup cold with sides of bread, cheese, croutons, or crackers.
NOTE: The secret to a good gazpacho is the harmonious marriage of flavors. This soup is best at peak harvest season, when vine-ripened tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers are available.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 536.8, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 8.7, Protein 2.9

GAZPACHO WITH HERBS AND CHILES

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Categories Soup/Stew Herb Pepper Tomato No-Cook Low/No Sugar Summer Raw Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 cups tomato juice
1 red onion, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
1 cucumber, halved, peeled, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 tomatoes, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeño chile
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Cover and chill until cold, at least 2 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)

Tips for Making the Best Herbed Gazpacho:

Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is the key ingredient in gazpacho, so make sure you use the best tomatoes you can find.
Chill the soup thoroughly before serving. Gazpacho is best served cold, so make sure you chill it for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Add your favorite herbs. The herbs in this recipe are just a suggestion, so feel free to add your own favorites. Some good options include basil, cilantro, oregano, and thyme.
Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil in this recipe adds a lot of flavor, so make sure you use a good quality oil.
Serve with your favorite toppings. Gazpacho is often served with croutons, chopped vegetables, or a dollop of sour cream. Feel free to experiment with different toppings to find your favorites.

Conclusion:

Herbed gazpacho is a refreshing and flavorful soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its bright flavors and healthy ingredients, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.