How to Make the Perfect Chilled Spanish Gazpacho
Spanish · Easy · 75 min · 4 servings
A refreshing cold tomato soup from Andalusia that requires zero cooking and celebrates the peak of summer produce. It is a silky, vibrant blend of ripe tomatoes, cucumber, and peppers that is as nourishing as it is beautiful.
Why this recipe works
This Chilled Spanish Gazpacho recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 75 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 160 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 6 large ripe roma tomatoes roughly chopped
- 1 medium cucumber peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp sherry vinegar
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Chop and Combine Vegetables
Roughly chop all the tomatoes, cucumber, and green pepper and place them into a high-speed blender. Add the garlic cloves, olive oil, sherry vinegar, and a generous pinch of salt.
Step 2: Blend Until Silky Smooth
Blend on high speed for at least 2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and no chunks remain. Taste and adjust salt, vinegar, or olive oil to your preference.
Step 3: Strain for Extra Silkiness
Pour the blended soup through a fine mesh strainer, pressing the pulp with a spoon to extract all the liquid. This step creates a restaurant-quality smooth texture.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
Transfer the gazpacho to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until completely cold. Serve in chilled bowls with a drizzle of olive oil and small diced vegetable garnishes on top.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sherry vinegar → red wine vinegar
- green bell pepper → red bell pepper for a sweeter flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using underripe tomatoes which produces a flat and acidic soup lacking sweetness
- Not chilling the soup long enough before serving which mutes the flavors
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 160 calories, 3g protein, 18g carbs, 9g fat, 4g fiber.
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