Fresh basil cucumber gazpacho with garlic, green pepper and onions
Chill out with this refreshing basil cucumber gazpacho! A zesty blend of fresh cucumbers, garlic, green pepper, and onions, seasoned with basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Perfect for a cool, healthy summer appetizer.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1 garlic clove1 green pepper
2 cucumbers
2.50 tbsp basil
2 tbsp olive oil
1 dash salt
1 dash black pepper
3 onions
Fresh Basil Cucumber Gazpacho is a refreshing and healthy cold soup that's perfect for hot summer days. Combining crisp cucumbers, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic, green pepper, and onion, this gazpacho delivers a burst of fresh flavors in every spoonful. Its vibrant green color and cooling properties make it an excellent appetizer or light meal.
Instructions:
- Peel the garlic clove and set aside.
- Cut the green pepper in half, remove the seeds, and roughly chop it.
- Peel and roughly chop the cucumbers.
- Peel and coarsely chop the onions.
- In a blender or food processor, add the garlic clove, chopped green pepper, cucumbers, onions, and fresh basil.
- Blend on high speed until smooth. Depending on the size of your blender, you might need to do this in batches.
- With the blender running on low, drizzle in the olive oil slowly until it fully incorporates and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Add a dash of salt and black pepper to taste. Blend briefly to mix.
- Transfer the blended mixture into a large bowl or pitcher.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the gazpacho to chill thoroughly.
- Before serving, give the gazpacho a good stir.
- Pour into chilled bowls or glasses.
- Garnish with an extra basil leaf or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Tips:
- For a smoother texture, blend the gazpacho for a little longer and strain it through a fine mesh sieve.
- Chill the gazpacho for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld and enhance the cool, refreshing taste.
- Adjust the seasoning to your liking; you can add more salt, pepper, or even a splash of lemon juice for extra zest.
- Garnish with additional basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, or a few cucumber slices to elevate the presentation.
- If you prefer a bit of a kick, consider adding a small piece of jalapeño pepper to the blend.
This Fresh Basil Cucumber Gazpacho is a delightful and invigorating dish that's sure to impress your taste buds. Easy to prepare and full of nutritious ingredients, it's a wonderful way to enjoy a taste of summer. Serve it chilled and savor the fresh, zesty flavors. Enjoy your refreshing gazpacho!
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 33kcal
Protein 1.41g
Carbohydrates 8g
Fiber 1.50g
Sugar 3.72g
Fat 7g
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