Summer Gazpacho with Tomato & Bell Pepper

- Suitable for diets:
- Gluten Free
- Heart-Healthy
- High-Fiber
- Low-Carb
- Low-Fat
- Raw Food
- Vegan
Why Diabetes Friendly?
- Low Glycemic Index Ingredients: The main ingredients, including tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers, have a low glycemic index, making them suitable for maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
- High in Fiber: Vegetables like cucumbers and tomatoes provide dietary fiber, which helps slow down glucose absorption.
- Rich in Nutrients: This gazpacho is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals from the fresh vegetables and herbs, supporting overall health.
Ingredients
- tomato (peeled, seeded and cut up (reserve the juice)) 8 large
- red bell pepper (seeded and cut in chunks) 2
- cucumber (peeled and seeded) 2
- onion (cut in chunks – try to get Vidalia onions) 1
- green onion (cut up) 3 stalks
- red wine vinegar ½ cup
- olive oil ½ cup
- tomato juice (canned ) 1½ cups
- cayenne powder (or to taste) 1 pinch
- salt 1 tsp
- pepper (ground, to taste)
- dill (fresh, chopped) ½ cup
Cooking Tips
- Peeling Tomatoes: To easily peel tomatoes, score the bottoms, blanch them in boiling water for about 30 seconds, and then immerse in cold water. The skins will peel off effortlessly.
- Texture: For the best texture, pulse the vegetables until they are finely chopped but not pureed, ensuring the gazpacho retains a bit of crunch.
- Chilling Time: Allow the gazpacho to chill thoroughly before serving. The flavors meld and intensify during this time, significantly enhancing the taste.
Instructions
- Place all the cut up vegetables in a large bowl, toss to mix up.8 large tomato, 2 red bell pepper, 2 cucumber, 1 onion, 3 stalks green onion
- In a med size bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, reserved fresh tomato juice, canned tomato juice, and set aside.½ cup red wine vinegar, ½ cup olive oil, 1½ cups tomato juice
- In a food processor fitted with the steel blade, in batches, pulse the mixed vegetables until the pieces are pea sized. Empty the processor after each batch is pulsed – add to an empty bowl. After all the veggies are pulsed, begin adding them back to the processor to even all the vegetable to the same consistency, and purée a little more this time. Add a little of the tomato juice mixture each time to the processor. Do the final mix in your large bowl. You should be able to see the pieces but not really tell what they are. The gazpacho should be pureed but not to a tomato juice consistency; it should still have a crunchy texture.
- Stir in the cayenne, salt, pepper and dill. Add more tomato juice if the soup needs thinning.1 pinch cayenne powder, 1 tsp salt, pepper, ½ cup dill
- Cover and chill for at least 4 hours; the flavors become more pronounced as it sits (even better…serve it a day or two later).
FAQ
Can I make this gazpacho ahead of time? Yes, gazpacho benefits from being made in advance. Making it a day or two before serving allows the flavors to develop more fully.
How long can I store gazpacho in the refrigerator? Gazpacho can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Is it possible to freeze gazpacho? Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture of the fresh vegetables, making them mushy when thawed.
Can I add other vegetables or ingredients? Absolutely. Gazpacho is versatile, and you can add or substitute ingredients based on preference or availability. Common additions include garlic, basil, or lemon juice.
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