Authentic Spanish Gazpacho Recipe (The Real Deal!)

Nothing beats a good authentic Spanish gazpacho, recipe from my mum! Refreshing, nourishing and absolutely delicious! Ready in 15 minutes + resting time, this is going to be your new favourite summer Spanish soup!

I am a big fan of cold soups in summer, but gazpacho is my favorite! If you love a creative gazpacho recipe, try this tomato and watermelon gazpacho or this mango gazpacho. For more chilled soup ideas, try this chilled creamy cucumber soup.

Things I could have in summer everyday: gazpacho, gazpacho and... more gazpacho please! As a good Spaniard, I could never get bored of drinking gazpacho, seriously, it's too good!

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• Ingredients
• How to make perfect Spanish Gazpacho
• Top tips to make the best authentic Spanish Gazpacho!
• How to serve the authentic Spanish Gazpacho
• FAQs About Authentic Spanish Gazpacho Recipe
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• Authentic Spanish Gazpacho Recipe (The Real Deal!)
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Ingredients

This easy gazpacho recipe it is made with fresh ingredients:

• Ripe and juicy tomatoes diced
• Brown onion diced
• Green pepper diced
• Lebanese cucumber diced
• Red apple diced
• Garlic cloves diced
• Apple cider vinegar
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt

See recipe card for quantities.

How to make perfect Spanish Gazpacho

Gazpacho is super easy to prepare!

1. Prepare all the ingredients and put in a large pot to macerate for 1 hour.
2. Transfer all the ingredients to a high speed blender, and blend until smooth.
3. Let it cool in the fridge in a glass jar (overnight is best).
4. Serve very cold in a glass or have it in a soup bowl with crushed pepper and toppings!

Top tips to make the best authentic Spanish Gazpacho!

Pick your tomatoes carefully, they are the base of this recipe!! Look for quality juicy and ripe tomatoes. If you want to make the perfect gazpacho recipe and you can't find good quality tomatoes, don't bother making it, as it won't be as tasty as it has to be!

Go easy with the onion, my recipe includes ⅓ of a medium size onion. If you are unsure, go for less rather than more.

Use quality extra virgin olive oil, as a good Spanish person, this is a sacred ingredient!

Be patient and let all the ingredients macerate for 1 hour before blending. This waiting time is critical to extract all the juices and obtain the best flavour. Trust me it's so worth it!!

Blend, blend and keep blending! You can do this, it's the final step! Gazpacho has to be smooth, so it's very important to blend all the ingredients until smooth.

Let it cool (overnight is best) and serve it very cold! Sometimes we would even put an ice cube in it to make it even colder!

How to serve the authentic Spanish Gazpacho

The great thing about gazpacho is that you can serve it in different ways and get creative with the toppings!

Enjoy in a glass, with a bit of pepper on top.

Serve in a soup bowl with toppings. My favourites are: diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds and pepitas.

Make it a light main course by adding a diced boiled egg on top. You can also serve it with bread crumbs on top.

Enjoy out of the bottle at the beach! When is that time of the year (summertime baby!) gazpacho is the most refreshing food to have at the beach! Make sure you keep it cool in an esky or cooler bag.

FAQs About Authentic Spanish Gazpacho Recipe

What makes this gazpacho recipe authentic and traditional Spanish gazpacho?

This authentic gazpacho recipe stays true to traditional Spanish gazpacho by using ripe and juicy tomatoes, a blend of fresh vegetables like green capsicum and cucumber, and quality extra virgin olive oil. The method of letting ingredients macerate and blending them until smooth is also key to its authenticity.

Can I use red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar in the gazpacho?

While this recipe recommends apple cider vinegar, you can experiment with sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar for a different twist. These vinegars are common in authentic Spanish food and can add a unique flavor to the gazpacho.

Is a blender or food processor necessary for making gazpacho?

Yes, a blender or food processor is essential to achieve the smooth texture characteristic of an authentic gazpacho recipe. It's important to blend all the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth.

How important are the bell peppers in this traditional gazpacho recipe?

Bell pepper, or capsicum, are a crucial ingredient in traditional Spanish gazpacho. They add a sweet and slightly tangy flavor that balances the acidity of the tomatoes and vinegar, enhancing the overall taste of the soup.

Can this gazpacho be considered a type of cold soup?

Absolutely, gazpacho is a classic example of cold soup, perfect for summer. It's served chilled and is known for its refreshing and cooling qualities.

What are some serving suggestions for this authentic Spanish gazpacho?

This gazpacho can be enjoyed in a glass with a bit of pepper on top, served in a soup bowl with toppings like diced cucumber and cherry tomatoes, or even consumed straight from the bottle at the beach. It's versatile and perfect for any summer occasion.

How does this gazpacho recipe fit into the category of authentic Spanish food?

This gazpacho recipe embodies authentic Spanish food through its use of traditional ingredients like ripe tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh vegetables. Its preparation method and the emphasis on letting the flavors meld together also reflect the culinary practices of Spain.

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