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Fresh Spanish Gazpacho Andaluz Recipe Easy Perfect Summer Soup with Sherry Vinegar

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A refreshing and tangy cold Spanish soup made with ripe tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and sherry vinegar, perfect for hot summer days.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium ripe tomatoes (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded
  • 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small red onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60ml)
  • 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup cold water (240ml)
  • 1 slice day-old white bread, crust removed, soaked in water and squeezed out (optional, omit for gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Roughly chop the tomatoes, peeled and seeded cucumber, green bell pepper, and red onion. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. If using bread, tear the slice into pieces, soak in cold water for 5 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and soaked bread (if using) into a blender or food processor. Pulse a few times to break down the chunks.
  4. Pour in the extra virgin olive oil, sherry vinegar, cold water, and a pinch of salt. Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth but still slightly chunky.
  5. Optional: Strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl for a silky smooth texture, pressing with a spoon or spatula.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or sherry vinegar if desired. Add more cold water if the soup is too thick.
  7. Cover and refrigerate the gazpacho for at least 1 hour, ideally 2-3 hours, to chill and allow flavors to meld.
  8. Before serving, stir the gazpacho, drizzle with a little olive oil, and garnish with finely chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor. Blanch tomatoes to peel for extra smoothness. Adjust sherry vinegar gradually to balance acidity. Chill thoroughly before serving. Straining is optional but recommended for a silky texture. Bread is optional and can be omitted for gluten-free version.

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