Greg's Great Gazpacho

Dive into the refreshing flavors of summer with "Greg's Great Gazpacho," a vibrant, no-cook soup that's as light and healthy as it is bursting with bold, garden-fresh goodness. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and a hint of garlic, this chilled classic is brightened with a zesty touch of red wine vinegar and lemon juice. Olive oil adds a silky texture, while fresh parsley and basil bring a fragrant herbal finish. Perfect for busy days, this recipe is prepped in just 20 minutes and requires no cooking—simply blend, chill, and serve. Ideal as a starter or light meal, pair this gazpacho with crusty bread for a satisfying crunch. Whether you're looking for a refreshing way to cool off or a healthy, flavorful dish, "Greg’s Great Gazpacho" is your answer to tastefully beating the heat.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium Ripe tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 2 cups Tomato juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Core and roughly chop the tomatoes, keeping their juices. Peel the cucumber and cut into chunks. Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and chop. Dice the red onion into small pieces.

Step 3

Place the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic cloves into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.

Step 4

Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, tomato juice, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and half the fresh parsley and basil to the blender. Blend again until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to reach your desired flavor balance.

Step 6

Transfer the gazpacho to a large bowl or container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thoroughly chilled, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, finely chop the remaining parsley and basil for garnish.

Step 8

Serve the gazpacho in chilled bowls, garnished with the chopped herbs, and accompanied with crusty bread or croutons for a heartier option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1956.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	875.6

Total Fat 59.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3702.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.2g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259.5mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 4000.5mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 34.7%