This is the perfect soup to make in the summer when it is really hot. There are many different ways to vary the recipe as well as alternatives to its use. Gazpacho can also be used as a sauce on top of a salad or on grilled fish or chicken. This weekend I stopped by a farm stand and picked up some fresh tomatoes before coming back into the city. I made this in an attempt to prepare for the heat wave that is suppose to come through the east coast this week!1 Cup of chopped red onion
1 Cup of chopped cucumber
1 green bell pepper chopped
1 Cup of peeled seeded chopped tomatoes
2 large cloves of garlic mashed
1/4 Cup tomatoes paste
3 Cups of tomatoes juice
Juice of one lemon
1 teaspoon of jalepeno pepper chopped
1/3 Cup Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons of white wine vinegar
Two sprigs of Thyme
Salt and PepperIn a blender combine all ingredients except the thyme and blend for about 10 to 15 seconds. Transfer to pitcher and refrigerate with sprig leaves in soup overnight. Keep chilled in refrigerator until ready to serve.
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