ITALIAN GAZPACHO

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From The Balsamic Vinegar Cookbook. An Italian version of the traditional Spanish dish. This is wonderful with fresh from the garden vegetables.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Peppers

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, seeded,and cut into 2 inch pieces (3 large)
1 large cucumber, peeled,halved lenthwise,seeded,and sliced into 1/2 inch slices
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 small red onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups tomato juice
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the tomatoes, cucmber, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Pulse a time or two, or until the vegetables are coarsely chopped.
  • Add in the tomato juice, vinegar, salt, and red pepper flakes.
  • Process until the vegetables are finely chopped.
  • Be careful not to over process; the gazpacho should not be smooth; may need to process the gazpacho in batches.
  • Transfer mixture to a large bowl and cover tightly.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight is better.
  • Add more seasoning, if needed, right before serving.
  • Ladle cold soup into chilled individual bowls.
  • Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
  • It is recommended to serve with a cruet of extra virgin olive oil so you can drizzle your soup with oil, to taste.

Rj Riyaj
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This soup is a must-try! It's so delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Alomgir Ahmed
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This soup is amazing! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I can't wait to make it again.


Suraiya Akther
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of tomatoes, cucumber, and basil. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Sami Arshad
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I love this soup! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I always make a big batch and keep it in the fridge for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


CV Conchita frc
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Kerion Daniels
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out really watery. I think I must have added too much liquid.


Adnan prince
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added some more spices.


Gillio Repetto
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and refreshing dish.


Lehlogonolo Seakamela
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This soup is a great way to use up all those ripe tomatoes from the garden. It's also a healthy and delicious way to cool down on a hot day.


ubaid ullah mmd
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This is my new favorite summer soup. It's so refreshing and easy to make. I love that I can use fresh ingredients from my garden.


Edozie Smart
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Bishwa Mahato
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This soup is amazing! So refreshing and flavorful. I love the addition of the basil and oregano. It really takes it to the next level.


Daniel Hida
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This gazpacho was delicious! It was the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the fresh herbs really made it pop. I will definitely be making this again.


ss kobir
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of gazpacho, but this one was light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mubashra sarwar
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This Italian gazpacho is a refreshing and flavorful soup, perfect for a hot summer day. I love the combination of fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and basil. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


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