No-Cook Gazpacho with Tomato, Bell Pepper, and Cucumber

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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A vibrant Spanish cold soup blending ripe tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and refreshing cucumber, pureed with garlic and sherry vinegar for a bright, no-cook summer dish. This Spanish-inspired soup recipe (vegan), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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: 15 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 large (about 800g), quartered ripe tomatoes
1 medium, seeded and chopped red bell pepper
1 medium (about 200g), peeled and chopped cucumber
1/4 small, chopped red onion
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp sherry vinegar
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup (120ml) cold water

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 4 large quartered ripe tomatoes, 1 medium chopped red bell pepper, 1 medium peeled and chopped cucumber, 1/4 small chopped red onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves into a blender. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured.
Step 2: Add 2 tbsp sherry vinegar, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 cup cold water to the blender. Pulse to combine and adjust texture to desired consistency.
Step 3: Transfer the soup to a large bowl or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to develop flavors and chill thoroughly.
Step 4: Stir before serving and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or chopped fresh herbs if desired.