Authentic Gazpacho Recipe: Easy No-Cook Cold Tomato Soup for 6

• Preparation: 30 min
• Cooking: none
• Complexity: easy

Ingredients for 6 servings

• 5 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/4 red pepper
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 shallot
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• A few diced feta cheese
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• Water
• Salt, pepper

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a blender, adding water to about half the mixture's volume for a smooth consistency. Blend until velvety. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to develop deep flavors.

Serve chilled, garnished with diced feta or cucumber, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.