Heart-Healthy Classic Gazpacho

Cool, crisp, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this heart-healthy classic gazpacho is the ultimate summertime indulgence made guilt-free. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like juicy tomatoes, hydrating cucumbers, and crunchy red bell peppers, this no-cook recipe is as easy to prepare as it is refreshing. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a splash of tangy red wine vinegar, and a hint of zesty lemon juice elevate every spoonful. Blended with low-sodium vegetable broth for a lighter twist, this chilled soup is perfect for anyone seeking a delicious, low-sodium, heart-friendly dish. Prep it in just 20 minutes, refrigerate, and serve it cold with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumbers
• 2 medium red bell peppers
• 6 medium tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0 to taste freshly ground black pepper
• 0 optional, to taste salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel the cucumbers, remove seeds, and chop them into chunks. Core the red bell peppers and chop into chunks. Core the tomatoes, remove seeds, and chop them as well. Finely chop the red onion.

Step 2

Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large blender or food processor, combine the chopped cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, and garlic.

Step 4

Add the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, vegetable broth, and lemon juice to the blender.

Step 5

Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add salt if desired, keeping in mind heart-health recommendations.

Step 6

Blend the mixture until smooth. Adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 7

Transfer the blended mixture to a large bowl or container and cover. Refrigerate the gazpacho for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, taste again and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve chilled, garnished with fresh parsley leaves for an added burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2127.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	773.7

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2711.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 41.9g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.6mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 3702.8mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 41.7%