15-Minute Gazpacho with Crispy Croutons
Blended tomato soup that tastes like summer—no cooking required. Topped with golden croutons for the crunch that makes it viral.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, quartered
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 whole red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 6 tbsp olive oil, divided
Instructions
- 1
Heat a skillet over medium-high. Toss bread cubes with 2 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Toast croutons, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy all over, about 4 minutes.
- 3
Transfer croutons to a paper towel. Add tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and vinegar to a blender.
- 4
Blend until smooth, about 45 seconds. Drizzle in remaining 4 tbsp oil while blending until emulsified.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Thin with cold water if needed (soup should pour easily).
- 6
Chill until serving. Top each bowl with crispy croutons and a drizzle of olive oil.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- blender or food processor
- wooden spoon
- paper towels
- soup bowls
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