When the summer sun is blazing and the garden is bursting with fresh produce, there’s nothing quite like a chilled bowl of gazpacho to refresh and revive. This classic cold soup blends vibrant vegetables with a savory tomato base, making it a perfect starter or light lunch. Whether you're hosting a garden party or just craving something crisp and cool, this recipe is a timeless favorite.
🌿 Ingredients
- 1½ cups tomato juice
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 1 tomato, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped unpared cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon salad oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 drops red pepper sauce
🧊 Instructions
- Heat tomato juice to boiling.
- Add bouillon cube and stir until dissolved.
- Mix in all remaining ingredients (except accompaniments).
- Chill for several hours to let the flavors meld.
- Serve cold with accompaniments.
🍅 Accompaniments
Top each serving with:
- Herbed croutons
- About ⅓ cup each of chopped tomato, unpared cucumber, green pepper, and onion
🍽️ Yield
Makes 5 servings (¾ cup each)
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