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Fresh Chilled Gazpacho Recipe Easy Crisp Cucumber Herb Soup

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A refreshing and easy chilled gazpacho soup featuring crisp cucumber, fresh herbs, and a bright tomato base, perfect for hot days and light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes (about 28 oz)
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup cold water or tomato juice (120 ml)

Instructions

  1. Prep your vegetables: Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Peel the cucumber if the skin is thick or waxed. Mince the garlic and finely chop the fresh herbs. This usually takes about 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the base: Add the tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar to the blender. Pulse until smooth but not completely liquid—aim for a slightly thick texture. This step should take about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Season and adjust: Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in half of the chopped cucumber and herbs. Add cold water or tomato juice if the soup feels too thick. Taste and tweak the vinegar or salt as needed.
  4. Chill well: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally 4, to let the flavors meld and the soup chill thoroughly.
  5. Serve fresh: Just before serving, stir in the remaining diced cucumber and herbs for that crisp, fresh contrast. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a few whole herb leaves.

Notes

Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for best taste. Do not over-blend to keep some texture. Chill the soup thoroughly for at least 2 hours. Add fresh diced cucumber at the end for crispness. Adjust vinegar and salt gradually to balance acidity. Optional: add a pinch of cayenne or jalapeño for heat. Variations include adding Greek yogurt for creaminess or swapping herbs for different flavor profiles.

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