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Summer’s Sweet Salvation: A Refreshing Tomato Gazpacho Recipe

As the mercury rises, our bodies crave something cool and revitalizing. That’s where this simple yet satisfying tomato gazpacho comes in – a perfect antidote to the sweltering heat of summer.

Keeping it Fresh and Simple

Unlike some gazpacho recipes that incorporate bread or nuts, this one stays true to its roots, relying on the freshness of ripe tomatoes and other vegetables to create a light, refreshing soup. To ensure the best flavor, use only the ripest tomatoes and serve the gazpacho chilled.

A Perfect Pairing

For a more substantial meal, try pairing this gazpacho with our easy crab cake recipe. The combination is sure to hit the spot on a hot summer day.

Recipe Details

Yields: 8-10 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 25 minutes
Active Time: 25 minutes

Gather Your Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored and diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
• 1 medium English cucumber, diced
• 1/2 medium red onion, diced
• 1 medium garlic clove, coarsely chopped
• 3 cups tomato juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, plus more as needed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Croutons, for garnish (optional)

Blending it All Together

Combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and garlic in a blender and blend until smooth. If needed, add a little tomato juice to get the mixture moving. Transfer the purée to a large serving bowl and add the tomato juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Chill and Serve

Cover the bowl and refrigerate until chilled. Serve the gazpacho with croutons, if desired, and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy the perfect summer refresher!