GAZPACHO
This is a Spanish cold soup very popular in summer. There are many ways and versions of this but i will show u the basic one. Its very easy, keeps a few days in the refrigerator and is low calorie and packed with vitamins. Every Spanish will have their own “VERSION” and special way of making it!!! So lets make it my way!!
INGREDIENTS FOR THE SOUP
1 kilo ripe red tomatoes
1 big cucumber
1 red capsicum
1-2 cloves of garlic
1 small red onion
1 cup of mineral water
salt, vinegar and olive oil to taste ( i add the olive oil later)
METHOD:
Blend together all the vegetables with the salt and the mineral water till very well blended.
Strain it well and then if you want it more watery you can add water. Some people add a slice of bread…i dont
TO SERVE:
this soup is served chilled to beat the summer heat. It is served with chopped onions, cucumbers, croutons, and even bits of boiled egg. The olive oil is sprinkle on the top…In the pic i have served it in a glass with a cucumber stick….