Great Gazpacho Recipe ๐ ๐ฅ
Description: Great Gazpacho is the perfect dish for a scorching summer day. This recipe offers versatility, allowing for easy ingredient substitutions. You can swap V-8 juice or spicy V-8 for the tomato juice, while coriander makes a delightful alternative to parsley. And for those who crave heat, feel free to amp up the Tabasco for an extra spicy kick!
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | Olive oil |
| 3 | Green capsicum |
| 1 | Cucumber |
| 1 | Tomato |
| 3 | Tomato juice |
| 2 | Fresh parsley |
| 1/4 | Lemon juice |
| 4 | Tabasco sauce |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 108.7
- Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 339.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.6g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 11.2g
- Protein: 3.4g
Recipe Keywords:
Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Summer, Weeknight, Small Appliance, Less Than 4 Hours, Easy
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Begin by roughly chopping all the vegetables. They don’t need to be finely diced as they will be blended later on.
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Blending:
- In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped garlic cloves, olive oil, green capsicum, cucumber, tomato, and tomato juice.
- Blend until the mixture reaches a fairly smooth consistency.
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Seasoning:
- Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce. Adjust the Tabasco according to your desired level of spiciness.
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Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the gazpacho to a serving bowl and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once chilled, ladle the gazpacho into bowls and serve it fresh.
Recipe Notes:
- Gazpacho is best served cold, making it a refreshing option for hot summer days.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- For a smoother consistency, you can strain the gazpacho before chilling and serving.
- This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a low protein, vegan, and low cholesterol option for a healthy meal.
Enjoy your Great Gazpacho, a delightful blend of fresh flavors perfect for any summer occasion! ๐๐ฒ
