Smooth Tomato Gazpacho
A quick spin in the blender is all it takes to transform raw vegetables
into a silky soup. Almonds add rich flavor and body.
Martha Stewart Living, August 2011
http://www.marthastewart.com/661924/smooth-tomato-gazpacho
- Prep Time 20 minutes
- Total Time About 1 hour
- Yield Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 pounds tomatoes (about 4), cored and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 ounces blanched almonds (scant 1/2 cup), toasted
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions
- Puree tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, almonds, water, vinegar, oil, and 2 1/4 teaspoons salt in a blender until smooth; season with pepper. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes. Drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper just before serving.
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