This weekend, I hosted a group of wine lovers and was pondering what to serve as a quick amuse-bouche that would scream “SUMMER”. Jersey tomatoes came to mind and I opted to serve a tasty gazpacho with a grilled shrimp sprinkled with Pork Mafia Memphis Mud rub blend. It’s a killer little dish that can be prepared the day before the party.
Ingredients:
- 6 ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks
- ½ large English cucumber (seedless) – peeled cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. sherry vinegar
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- ½ tsp. each black pepper and hot sauce
- Cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
- Grilled shrimps for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- In a food processor or blender, combine all the ingredients EXCEPT the two garnishes. Process until the mixture is liquefied, about 2 minutes.
- Pour the mixture through a sieve into a large measuring cup or any other container that can be refrigerated. Chill until ready to serve, up to a day in advance.
- Pour the cold soup in serving dishes and sprinkle with sea salt. Add a cilantro leaf and a shrimp, if using.
Makes about 3 cups of gazpacho.
Cheers,
Veronique
So easy and no doubt délish and healthy. Thanks chickie!