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Low-Sodium Andalusian Gazpacho

Since we are avoiding salt, we are going to use one of our favorite flavor multipliers: Sherry vinegar. Its complex acidity will wake up all the vegetables without needing a single grain of salt.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs (about 1 kg) very ripe tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened are ideal), roughly chopped.

  • 1 English cucumber, peeled and diced (you can save a few paper-thin mandoline slices for garnish!).

  • 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped.

  • 1/4 red onion, roughly chopped.

  • 1 to 2 garlic cloves, smashed.

  • 3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar (the secret ingredient for balance and depth).

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (an excellent source of heart-healthy fats).

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

  • Fresh herbs (like basil or flat-leaf parsley) for garnish.

Instructions

  1. Blend the base: In a large blender, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Blend until you reach your desired consistency (some like it completely smooth, others prefer a little texture).

  2. Emulsify: While the blender is running on low speed, slowly stream in the extra virgin olive oil and the Sherry vinegar. The olive oil will give the gazpacho a rich, silky, and slightly creamy texture.

  3. Season without salt: Taste and add black pepper generously. If the mix lacks “punch,” add an extra splash of Sherry vinegar or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice instead of reaching for the salt shaker.

  4. The secret is the chill: This is the most important step. Transfer the gazpacho to an airtight container and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 4 hours (or even overnight). This allows the flavors to beautifully meld and intensify.

  5. Serve: Serve very cold in shallow bowls or tall glasses. Garnish with a few drops of olive oil, fresh herbs, and maybe some finely diced crunchy vegetables.

Gear

Ninja BlendPro Kitchen System

https://www.target.com/p/ninja-blendpro-kitchen-system-1200w-blender-and-food-processor-with-to-go-cup-gray-bo401/-/A-94646346

Chopper/Slicer Mandolin

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mueller+vegetable+chopper&crid=NEHRA20NKBUC&sprefix=meuller

Snapware Plastic Total Solution

https://www.amazon.com/Snapware-Plastic-Food-Storage-Containers/dp/B0DJVB1YJJ

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