Classic Gazpacho Cold Spanish Soup (Printable Version)

Chilled Spanish soup bursting with ripe tomato, cucumber, and olive oil, perfect for warm weather gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 ripe tomatoes (about 800 g), cored and chopped
02 - 1 medium cucumber (about 200 g), peeled, seeded, and chopped
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
04 - 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, peeled and chopped
06 - 2 garlic cloves, peeled

→ Liquids & Seasonings

07 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
12 - 2 slices day-old country bread (about 60 g), crusts removed
13 - 1 cup cold water (plus more as needed)

→ Garnishes

14 - Diced cucumber
15 - Diced red bell pepper
16 - Diced red onion
17 - Fresh parsley or basil leaves
18 - Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place the bread in a bowl and soak with 1 cup cold water for 2 minutes, then squeeze out most of the liquid and tear into pieces.
02 - In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked bread, tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, onion, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and cumin (if using). Blend until smooth.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, vinegar, or olive oil as desired. If the soup is too thick, blend in a little more cold water until you reach your preferred consistency.
04 - Transfer the soup to a large bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled.
05 - Stir the gazpacho before serving. Ladle into bowls and top with diced cucumber, bell pepper, onion, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses basic ingredients often already in your kitchen
  • Perfect for making ahead and serving straight from the fridge
  • Packed with fresh vegetables and healthy fats for a nutrient-rich boost
  • Customizable toppings mean everyone can tailor their own bowl
02 -
  • High in vitamins and antioxidants, especially from raw tomatoes and peppers
  • Easy to make gluten-free by swapping in your favorite gluten-free bread
  • Low in calories and naturally vegan with no added sugar or dairy
03 -
  • Let the soup chill for at least two hours to develop deeper flavor — the wait is worth it.
  • Strain the blended soup through a fine mesh sieve for the smoothest, most elegant texture.
  • Use only the ripest, freshest produce you can find — since the soup is raw, every ingredient truly matters.

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