Basic Tomato Gazpacho

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Basic Tomato Gazpacho
25 min.
10
72kcal

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Welcome to the refreshing world of gazpacho, where vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients come together in a delightful chilled soup! Our Basic Tomato Gazpacho is not only a feast for the eyes with its stunning colors, but it also offers a burst of freshness that is perfect for warm days or as a light starter for any meal. This recipe is a fantastic choice for those following vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, making it a versatile option for gatherings and family dinners alike.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 10 people, making it an ideal dish for entertaining or meal prepping for the week ahead. With only 72 calories per serving, you can indulge in this delicious soup guilt-free. The combination of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty bell peppers creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you enjoy it as a refreshing snack, a vibrant antipasti, or a light starter, this gazpacho is sure to impress. Serve it chilled, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil, and perhaps with some crunchy croutons for added texture. Dive into this delightful recipe and experience the essence of summer in every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 10 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • medium cucumber english
  • medium garlic clove coarsely chopped
  • medium bell pepper green cored seeded
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt as needed plus more
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin plus more for drizzling
  • 0.5 medium onion red
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar as needed plus more
  • cups sacremento tomato juice 
  • 1.5 pounds tomatoes cored ripe

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place the tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and garlic in a blender and blend into a smooth purée. (If you need to get the mixture moving, add a little of the tomato juice while the blender is running.)
  2. Transfer to a large serving bowl, add the tomato juice, measured oil, vinegar, measured salt, and pepper to taste and stir to combine. Taste and season with additional vinegar, salt, and pepper as needed. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  3. Serve with croutons, if using, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein7.87%
Fat50.96%
Carbs41.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.83
Glycemic Load
1.76
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.2960868633312%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.46mg
Luteolin
0.57mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
2.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:72.12kcal
3.61%
Fat:4.44g
6.82%
Saturated Fat:0.63g
3.92%
Carbohydrates:8.06g
2.69%
Net Carbohydrates:6.48g
2.36%
Sugar:5.41g
6.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:361.09mg
15.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.54g
3.08%
Vitamin C:33.59mg
40.71%
Vitamin A:971.03IU
19.42%
Vitamin K:15.57µg
14.83%
Potassium:404.96mg
11.57%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.7%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.23%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.41%
Folate:29.15µg
7.29%
Fiber:1.59g
6.34%
Copper:0.11mg
5.49%
Magnesium:21.52mg
5.38%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.17%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.95%
Phosphorus:41.48mg
4.15%
Iron:0.69mg
3.82%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.42%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.99%
Calcium:22.77mg
2.28%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.11%
Source:Chow