A chilled zucchini, cucumber, avocado and basil soup. Comes together in minutes using a blender making a perfect summer time recipe when it's too hot to turn on the stove.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No cooking required
- Naturally vegan and dairy-free
- Perfect for hot weather
- Loaded with fresh veggies and herbs
- Light, refreshing and satisfying
What is Gazpacho?
Gazpacho is a cold Spanish soup traditionally made with tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and olive oil. It's a summer time staple that helps beat the heat while making the most of fresh seasonal ingredients. Try our traditional Andalusian gazpacho recipe here.
Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Cucumber
- Avocado
- Green bell pepper
- Basil
- Green onion
- Garlic clove
- Lemon
- Red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
How to Make Green Gazpacho
Making this couldn't be easier.
- Chop all ingredients.
- Add to a high powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Serve cold with your favorite toppings and a drizzle of olive oil.
More Summer Recipes You'll Love
- Andalusian Gazpacho
- Tomato and Artichoke Crouton Salad
- Bean Salad
- Summer Stuffed Tomatoes with Vegan "Tuna" Filling
Green Zucchini Gazpacho
A chilled zucchini, avocado and basil soup inspired by Spanish Gazpacho.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Peel 1 Cucumber and 1 Avocado, remove the seeds, and coarsely chop. Roughly chop 1 Green bell pepper, ¼ cup Green onion, and 2 Zucchini.
- In a food processor or high speed blender, combine all the ingredients including 1 cup Basil, 1 clove Garlic, 1 Lemon, 2 Tbsp Red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar, blend and slowly pour 3 Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil until desired consistency. Add½ tsp Salt or to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate until cold. This will also allow flavors to develop.
- Serve cold and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh black peppercorn, diced tomato, zuchinni and green onions.
