CREAMY TOMATO GAZPACHO WITH CRUNCHY PECORINO
At lunchtime on a steamy day, I got the unlikely idea to cross a smoothie with gazpacho. Given my languid state, I had wanted something icy and filling, but not too taxing to prepare. That's when the idea to merge a gazpacho and a smoothie crept into my head. I'd swap tomatoes for the usual berries; add garlic, oil, vinegar and salt to punch up the flavor; and keep the yogurt for heft. As the blender whirled, my stomach growled, and I nibbled on pieces of crunchy cheese cracker I had left over from a recent salad. Instead of croutons, I like to fry grated cheese until crisp, then crumble it over greens. For this batch, I had used pecorino, which seemed like a natural complement to the sheep's-milk yogurt. So I saved some for garnish.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread 2 tablespoons cheese into a thin layer in skillet; let melt and brown on bottom, about 30 seconds to one minute. Use a spatula to flip cheese; let cook until evenly browned on both sides, about a minute more. Transfer fried cheese to a paper-towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining cheese, working 2 tablespoons at a time. Break fried cheese into large pieces.
- To make soup, place tomatoes, yogurt, olive oil, basil, garlic, scallions, ice cubes, salt, vinegar, cayenne and black pepper in a blender. Purée until smooth. Taste and add more salt and vinegar, if necessary. Pour into small bowls and garnish with pieces of fried cheese and chopped basil. Drizzle soup liberally with olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 287, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 555 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
VTG GAMING
[email protected]I highly recommend this gazpacho! It's a delicious and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for any occasion.
Humayou Gujjar
[email protected]This gazpacho is my new favorite soup! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of creamy tomatoes, crunchy pecorino, and fresh basil.
Angel yonta
[email protected]This gazpacho is a healthy and satisfying meal. It's packed with fresh vegetables and the creamy tomato base is light and refreshing. I feel great after eating it.
Alamode Hd
[email protected]This gazpacho is so easy to make! I had it ready in under 30 minutes. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Obaa Mary
[email protected]This gazpacho is absolutely delicious and refreshing! The creamy tomato base is so flavorful and the crunchy pecorino topping adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Jacob Atiimbiik
[email protected]This gazpacho is perfect for meal prep. I made a big batch on the weekend and then had lunch ready all week. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Mc Nogodo
[email protected]I made this gazpacho for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy tomato flavor and the crunchy pecorino topping. It was the perfect appetizer to serve on a hot summer day.
Masom Log
[email protected]This gazpacho was way too spicy for me! I had to add a lot of yogurt to tone it down. I think it would be better if the recipe included a warning about the spiciness level.
Malaika Iqbal
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The soup was bland and lacked flavor. I think I would have liked it better if I had used more fresh herbs and spices.
Jani Wadho
[email protected]My family loved this gazpacho! Even my picky kids ate it up. I liked that it was a healthy and flavorful way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Kelvin Abijah
[email protected]This gazpacho was so easy to make! I had it ready in under 30 minutes, and it was the perfect meal for a hot summer day. I served it with a side of crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine.
Asadrazaanu Asadrazaanu
[email protected]I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes, and this gazpacho definitely fits the bill. It's packed with fresh vegetables and herbs, and the creamy tomato base is light and refreshing. I also love that it's gluten-free and vegan, so it's pe
Richard Mackey
[email protected]As a culinary student, I was excited to try this recipe. I found it to be a great balance of flavors and textures. The creamy tomato base was rich and flavorful, while the crunchy pecorino and fresh basil added a nice contrast. I will definitely be m
Anite Delva
[email protected]This gazpacho was a refreshing and flavorful summer soup. The combination of creamy tomatoes, crunchy pecorino, and fresh basil was perfect. I especially enjoyed the contrast between the smooth soup and the crispy croutons.