Ingredients
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4 large ripe tomatoes (about 2 cups)
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1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
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1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
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1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
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1 small onion, roughly chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
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1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups water
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1/2 cup vegetable broth (optional)
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1/4 cup white wine vinegar
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1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
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1/4 cup filtered water
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Ice cubes (optional)
Directions
Subtitle: Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly, High-Protein, Low-Carb, Seasonal, Soy-Free, Vegan, Whole Foods Plant-Based, Zero Waste
Description: This delicious and healthy Spanish gazpacho is a perfect summer meal idea! Made with fresh veggies, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic spices, it’s packed with flavor and nutrients. It can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner, and even served chilled as an appetizer. Plus, it’s budget-friendly, fermented (for gut health), gluten-free, grain-free, high-fiber, kid-friendly, low-carb, nut-free, oil-free, quick & easy, raw, seasonal, soy-free, spicy, superfoods, vegan, whole foods plant-based, zero waste, and has no prep time!
Ingredients:
* 4 large ripe tomatoes (about 2 cups)
* 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
* 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
* 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
* 1 small onion, roughly chopped
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
* 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 2 cups water
* 1/2 cup vegetable broth (optional)
* 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
* 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
* 1/4 cup filtered water
* Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients except the ice cubes. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl or container. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, vinegar, or lemon juice if desired.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. You can also transfer the soup to a pitcher and let it sit overnight for a stronger flavor.
4. Serve cold, garnished with your favorite toppings such as avocado, olives, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, etc. Enjoy immediately!
Note: If you prefer a thicker consistency, simply puree the soup again after refrigerating it.
Steps
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Done
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In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients except the ice cubes. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. |
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Done
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Transfer the mixture to a bowl or container. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, vinegar, or lemon juice if desired. |
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Done
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. You can also transfer the soup to a pitcher and let it sit overnight for a stronger flavor. |
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Done
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Serve cold, garnished with your favorite toppings such as avocado, olives, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, etc. Enjoy immediately! |
