green gazpacho

Soups & Salads

Green Gazpacho

Traditional comfort foods are sometimes too hot and heavy for hot summer months, but I still crave dishes that make me feel warm and fuzzy. Everyone does a classic red gazpacho, but I recently tried a garlicky green gazpacho that I fell in love with.

Ingredients

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 cup plain greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 cups white bread , crusts removed and cut into 1-inch cubes (ciabatta or italian work well)
1 hothouse cucumber , seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper , seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 tomatillos , husked and quartered
4 scallions , tops removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 jalapenos , seeded and quartered
3 garlic cloves , minced

Directions

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, yogurt, salt and olive oil. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the bread, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatillos, scallions, jalapenos and garlic. Pour the wet mixture over the chopped vegetables and stir to coat.
Working in batches, transfer all items to food processor or heavy duty blender. Blend until smooth, repeat with remaining mix. Stir well to combine batches Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Before serving, stir well and taste. Green Gazpacho may need additional salt to brighten flavor profile.
Ladle into serving bowls and top with desired garnish.
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