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Easy Summer Gazpacho Recipe

What could be more refreshing in the summer heat than a nice cold cup of gazpacho? Gazpacho is a cold soup made of raw, blended vegetables and hits the spot when temperatures are climbing. Not to mention, gazpacho is full of good-for-you ingredients, so in addition to a tasty meal, you’re also reaping the health benefits that come with it. Save this easy summer gazpacho recipe for your next meal prep or backyard party. Bowl of gazpacho

What you’ll need:

Serves 4-6

  • 1 cucumber, halved and seeded (don’t peel!)
  • 2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded
  • 4 tomatoes (We like Roma or plum)
  • 1 red onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups tomato juice
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

How to make the gazpacho:

  • Roughly chop the cucumber, bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions into 1-inch cubes.
  • Add the vegetables to a food processor and blend until coarse. Be careful not to overblend!
  • Move the vegetables into a large bowl and add the garlic, tomato juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until combined and add more seasoning if you need it.
  • Allow to chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours before serving.

The longer gazpacho chills in the fridge, the more the flavors will develop. If serving to a party, we recommend making it the day before to allow it to chill in the fridge overnight.

How to serve gazpacho:

When serving gazpacho, we recommend topping it with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of flaky salt. Try it with fresh shrimp or crab and some crackers on the side – you won’t be disappointed!

Health benefits of gazpacho:

Tomatoes are the base ingredient for gazpacho, and come packed with antioxidants and nutrients. Tomatoes are packed with vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K, as well as lycopene. Lycopene has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Read more about the health benefits of tomatoes here.

We hope you enjoy this easy summer gazpacho recipe! For more Chef-approved recipes, check out our blog and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.