Anti Inflammatory Andalusian Gazpacho
Few dishes are as effortlessly vibrant as a well-made gazpacho, and this Andalusian version is a powerhouse of ingredients that nutrition researchers consistently celebrate. Ripe tomatoes, red bell pepper, and cucumber bring a flood of antioxidants and polyphenols to the bowl, while a generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil — streamed in slowly to emulsify the soup — adds the kind of healthy fat that forms the backbone of any inflammation-conscious eating pattern. Smoked paprika and a splash of red wine vinegar layer in depth without relying on anything processed or inflammatory. The technique here is simple but deliberate: blend everything smooth, strain out the pulp for a silky finish, then let the gazpacho chill until the flavors fully meld — that rest in the fridge is what takes it from good to genuinely great. Served cold with a drizzle of olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley and cucumber, each bowl is bright, cooling, and deeply satisfying. This recipe makes four servings, so it's just as practical for a weeknight starter as it is for a casual summer lunch spread.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped
- 1 medium english cucumber (about 12 oz), peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ cup cold water, plus more as needed
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup cucumber, finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
- 2
With the blender running on medium speed, stream in the olive oil in a slow, steady pour until fully incorporated and the soup looks slightly emulsified and uniform in color.
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