Herb-Infused Classic Gazpacho with Toasted Bread Crumbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A traditional Spanish cold soup with a vibrant blend of tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs, served with crunchy toasted bread crumbs for texture. This Spanish recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs ripe tomatoes, cucumber, and green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Serves 6 Spanish cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup toasted bread crumbs

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups diced ripe tomatoes, 1 cup diced cucumber, 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir to mix.
Step 2: In a blender or food processor, puree the vegetable mixture until smooth. Gradually add 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil while blending until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Pour the mixture into a large heatproof container. Add 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Stir gently to combine.
Step 4: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
Step 5: Just before serving, stir in 1/2 cup toasted bread crumbs. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs if desired.