Yellow Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho with
Lime Oil and
Fresh Mint
Prep time 30 minutes
Total time 3 hours (including chilling)
Serves 4 to 6.
3 pounds ripe yellow heirloom tomatoes, peeled, quartered and seeded (seeds strained and juices reserved)
1 yellow pepper (8 ounces), halved, seeded and cut in 3-inch pieces
1/2 seedless cucumber (8 ounces), peeled and cut in 3-inch pieces
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 small red onion, peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup spring water
Lime- or lemon-infused oil, available in specialty markets
Mint sprigs or leaves as garnish
Place all ingredients, including the reserved tomato juices, in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse at high speed with a steel blade until all ingredients are finely chopped, then process until soup is very smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight, until well chilled.
Prep time 30 minutes
Total time 3 hours (including chilling)
Serves 4 to 6.
3 pounds ripe yellow heirloom tomatoes, peeled, quartered and seeded (seeds strained and juices reserved)
1 yellow pepper (8 ounces), halved, seeded and cut in 3-inch pieces
1/2 seedless cucumber (8 ounces), peeled and cut in 3-inch pieces
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 small red onion, peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup spring water
Lime- or lemon-infused oil, available in specialty markets
Mint sprigs or leaves as garnish
Place all ingredients, including the reserved tomato juices, in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse at high speed with a steel blade until all ingredients are finely chopped, then process until soup is very smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight, until well chilled.
Place the soup in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving so it is very chilled. Ladle the soup in bowls or cocktail glasses. Place a spoonful of the lime-infused oil in the center. Garnish with the fresh mint and serve.
Tip: If you want to dazzle dinner guests, serve this gazpacho in
cocktail or wine glasses, such as the 13-ounce Edge Wine Glasses from Crate & Barrel shown above. But this chilled soup is also perfect for a casual summer barbecue. Place it in a large bowl on ice and let your guests pour it in small teacups or tumblers. The soup is refreshing and light; it won't spoil anyone's appetite.
Tip: If you want to dazzle dinner guests, serve this gazpacho in
cocktail or wine glasses, such as the 13-ounce Edge Wine Glasses from Crate & Barrel shown above. But this chilled soup is also perfect for a casual summer barbecue. Place it in a large bowl on ice and let your guests pour it in small teacups or tumblers. The soup is refreshing and light; it won't spoil anyone's appetite.
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