Healthy Recipe: Summer Gazpacho

If you’re looking for something light and healthy on a hot summer’s day, it’s hard to beat a cold, refreshing bowl of gazpacho. This classic Spanish soup is full of fresh vegetables and herbs for a filling and tasty meal.

Summer Gazpacho

(adapted from epicurious)

Ingredients

2 cups chopped tomatoes

1/2 c. chopped green bell pepper

1 c. chopped, seeded cucumber

1/2 c. chopped red onion

1/3 c. olive oil

juice of 1/2 lemon

1/4 c. red wine vinegar

2 T. Worcestishire

1 t. dried oregano

1/4 c. minced parsley

2 cloves garlic, minced

46-oz. can of V8 or tomato juice

salt and pepper to taste

Tabasco, to taste

Instructions

Put chopped vegetables in a large bowl. For a smoother consistency, use a food processor to chop the vegetables.

Add V8 or tomato juice and other ingredients to the vegetables. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes:

This is a recipe you can easily personalize!

• The flavor gets better with time, and you can store it in the refrigerator for about a week.

• Want it spicier? Try Spicy V8 or adding extra hot sauce or some minced jalapeño.

• For a milder flavor, cut back on the onion and garlic.

• Try garnishing the soup with parsley or minced red onion, bell pepper or cucumber.

Love tomato soups? Then try this recipe for Creamy Tomato Basil Soup.