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		Gazpacho Soup
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		Gazpacho is a cold Spanish tomato-based raw vegetable soup, originating in the southern region of Andalusia that is refreshing on a hot summer day. This wonderful cold soup recipe goes together in minutes Servings: 5 Calories: 90 (per serving) Prep Time: 20 min Level : Easy
Dish Type: Vegetarian, Cold Soup, low-fat, low-carb

What makes gazpacho soup so good is the fresh taste of all the vegetables. It's best in the summer when vegetables are the most flavorful. People who have never tried a cold soup are sometimes hesitant to try gazpacho but soon become fans of the fresh, intense flavors. Gazpacho is one of summer's pleasures!

What You Need:

2 1/2 cups tomato/vegetable juice (In the midst of summer you can skip this and add a few more tomatoes)

1 large beefsteak or two plum tomatoes (chopped)

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (green, yellow or red)

1 chopped cucumber

3 Tbsp balsamic, red wine or white vinegar

1 clove chopped garlic

2 tsp parsley, flat leaf chopped

2 green onions (or 1/2 medium onion, peeled and coarsely chopped)

1 drop hot pepper sauce

1/2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp salt

1- 2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

All ingredients are approximate. You may need to fiddle a bit for your favorite version. In any case, it is quick, nutritious, and yummy.