A classic cold soup is the perfect companion to a hot summer day. Simply blend ingredients in a blender or food processor and it’s ready to be enjoyed. Plus, this dish is packed with vitamins and antioxidants to support your body.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 medium tomatoes (6 oz each) quartered (or 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes with liquid)
- 1 medium bell pepper, quartered
- 1 small cucumber (6oz) sliced
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper, cut into chunks
- 1/4 medium red onion, cut into chunks
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup parsley or cilantro
- 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (optional)
- 3 Tbsp vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Salt to taste (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, jalapeno, red onion, garlic, parsley or cilantro, vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, broth, and black pepper in the container of a large blender or food processor.
- Process on low just for a few seconds, to finely chop but to still provide a chunky texture.
- Pour into serving containers or a large serving bowl.
- Chill until serving time.
Source: Tufts Health & Nutrition Newsletter (2024, May 20). Classic Gazpacho. Retrieved from: https://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/subscriber-only/classic-gazpacho/
