Dad's Gazpacho

Cool, crisp, and bursting with garden-fresh flavors, Dad's Gazpacho is the ultimate chilled soup for hot summer days. This traditional Spanish-inspired recipe combines ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and vibrant bell peppers with the richness of extra virgin olive oil and a tangy kick of red wine vinegar. A slice of soaked bread adds body to the soup, creating a perfectly silky texture. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy gazpacho is a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish that’s ideal for light lunches or starter courses. Serve it cold, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro, and watch it become a family favorite. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or enjoying a simple weeknight meal, this gazpacho is a flavorful way to stay cool.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 medium red onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 slices bread
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Core the tomatoes, peel the cucumber, and seed the bell peppers. Chop everything (tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and garlic) into rough chunks.

Step 2

Soak the bread slices in a few tablespoons of water to soften them. Once softened, squeeze out the excess water and set aside.

Step 3

In a large blender or food processor, add the tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, garlic, and soaked bread. Blend in batches if necessary.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending until the mixture becomes smooth and emulsified.

Step 5

Add the red wine vinegar, water, salt, and ground black pepper. Blend again briefly to combine.

Step 6

Taste the gazpacho and adjust the seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or vinegar based on your preferences.

Step 7

Pour the blended gazpacho into a large bowl or pitcher. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

When ready to serve, stir the gazpacho and ladle it into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired. Optionally, drizzle with a bit more olive oil for added richness.

Step 9

Serve cold and enjoy this refreshing dish straight from Dad's recipe book!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2446.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1568.8

Total Fat 118.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3955.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 53.4g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397.3mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 4291.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.0%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 29.5%