Gazpacho (Volumetrics)

Yet another variation, with very little oil and no bread. A Volumetrics Weight Control recipe.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 7 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained
• 2  cups  vegetable juice cocktail
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  hot sauce (to taste)
• 1 3⁄4 cups  finely diced cucumbers (about 1 large)
• 1  cup  finely diced bell pepper
• 1⁄3 cup  minced cilantro or 1⁄3 cup parsley
• 1⁄4 cup  minced green onion

• garnish

•  lemon wedges, cilantro (optional) or  parsley sprig (optional)

Directions

1. Combine the first five ingredients in a large pitcher. Stir in the remaining ingredients except garnishes. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 3 days. Serve in large goblets with desired garnish.