spicy gazpacho
Lately, it seems as though more nutritionists have been touting the healing and health benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables. Summertime is such a great opportunity (especially when you live in a cold winter climate!), to take advantage of the bounty and availability of tomatoes and cucumbers. I find this a refreshing change to the usual picnic fare (although I will never give up my cookout dishes!). It's both tasty and healthy. I like to top it with low-fat sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and pumpkin seeds with a wedge of lime although you could also drink it from a glass!
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If you think cold soup isn't for you, this spicy gazpacho may change your mind. We loved the mix of vegetables and seasonings in this recipe. It's fresh and has a kick of spice. Very refreshing on a hot summer day.
Ingredients
- 4-5 large tomatoes, cut up and diced
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (14 oz each)
- 1 large diced cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper, cleaned and diced
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bottle V-8 (spicy, low sodium or any variety), 32 oz. juice or tomato juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or sherry or wine vinegar if preferred
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- TOPPING INGREDIENTS (SUGGESTIONS)
- - sliced avocado
- - low-fat sour cream
- - pumpkin seeds
- - chopped cilantro
- - lime wedges for additional zing!
How To Make spicy gazpacho
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Step 1Put the ingredients in a large bowl and stir to combine. -
Step 2Place 1/2 the mixture in a blender and pulse until roughly chopped but not pureed. Do the same for the second half or if you like chunky, leave it and mix together with the blended mixture.
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Step 3Place in the refrigerator for at least half an hour to chill before serving.
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Step 4Top with your favorite topping and serve with grilled bread or croutons if preferred. Enjoy!
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