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Traditional Spanish Gazpacho

A refreshing taste of summer!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Portuguese, Spanish
Servings 4
Calories 123 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 large tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber, peeled if desired
  • green bell pepper
  • ½ small onion
  • 1-2 cloves garlic
  • 1 slice rustic bread, soaked in water and gently squeezed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or Spanish sherry vinegar
  • 2-3 tbsp ex virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Cold water, if needed, to reach your preferred consistency

Instructions
 

  • Roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Soak the bread in water for about 5 minutes, then gently squeeze out the excess water.
  • Add the vegetables, bread, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a blender.
  • Blend until completely smooth.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning. Add more salt, vinegar, or olive oil until the flavors are balanced.
  • If the soup is thicker than you'd like, blend in a little cold water.
  • Optional: If possible chill for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 607mgPotassium: 357mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 812IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Easy
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