Gazpacho

Name: Gazpacho
Ingredients: 3 cups chopped tomato (about 1 pound); 2 1/4 cups chopped peeled cucumber (about 1/2 pound); 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 cups tomato juice; Lime wedges (optional)

10 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

3 cups chopped tomato (about 1 pound)
2 1/4 cups chopped peeled cucumber (about 1/2 pound)
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups tomato juice
Lime wedges (optional)

Directions

1

Combine first 8 ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Place half of tomato mixture in a food processor; process until smooth. Pour pureed tomato mixture into a large bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining tomato mixture. Add juice to pureed tomato mixture; stir to combine. Cover and chill. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.
2

Note: Gazpacho can be made up to 3 days ahead. Refrigerate in an airtight container. Stir well before serving.