Quick Classic Gazpacho

Submitted by slickchick

"Love Gazpacho soup and found this recipe in USA Weekend."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups diced seedless cucumber
• 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into small pieces
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
• 2 2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• salt & freshly ground black pepper

directions

1. Process 1/2 cup of tomatoes, along with the water and oil, in a blender or food processor until pureed. Transfer to a medium bowl , along with remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Can be made several hours before serving.