A quick trip through the blender serves to mingle a riot of fresh flavours, which is why the cold soup known as gazpacho is always a delicious way to beat the heat. This riff on the Spanish soup includes raspberries for a touch of sweetness, while the chunky topping adds contrasting texture.
INGREDIENTS 4 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped 2 cups (500 mL) raspberries, divided
Raspberry Gazpacho
2 whole roasted red peppers
by Matthew Kadey, MSc, RD
1 English cucumber, peeled, seeds removed, and chopped, divided 1/3 cup (80 mL) fresh basil 2 green onions, white parts, chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped 2 Tbsp (30 mL) red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) black pepper 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp (30 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1 avocado, cubed 1/3 cup (80 mL) chopped fresh mint
DIRECTIONS In blender container, place 1/2 cup (125 mL) water, tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups (350 mL) raspberries, roasted red peppers, 1/2 chopped English cucumber, basil, onions, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Blend until just slightly chunky. With machine running on low speed, slowly drizzle in olive oil through the top feed tube. Place soup in container and chill for at least 2 hours. In bowl, stir together remaining raspberries, remaining cucumber, yellow bell pepper, avocado, and mint. To serve, place soup in bowls and top with chopped vegetable mixture and a drizzle of olive oil. 34 | Good Fat Life
Note from Sherri: A few weeks ago, my husband and I were invited to participate in a “Cooking with Friends” evening. Our task was to bring a Raspberry Gazpacho for ten. I had never made gazpacho before. What an adventure! There are so many variations: with seeds and peels or without; strained or chunky; with spicy peppers or without. Oh, did I mention the tomatoes you use have a marvelous influence on the flavor? Bottom line: every variation is delicious and I am addicted! What a perfect Good Fat meal for the hot summer months when all these beautiful home grown tomatoes are everywhere in abundance! Bon Appétit!
N U T R I T I O N | Serves 4 | Per serving: calories 223 protein 4g fat 15g
saturated fat 2g trans fat 0g carbohydrates 22g
sugars 8g fibre 10g sodium 404mg
