{"id":"gazpacho_a6fec7496f","slug":"traditional-spanish-gazpacho","title":"Traditional Spanish Gazpacho","description":"A vibrant and refreshing chilled soup from Andalusia, made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and high-quality olive oil for a silky finish.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":135,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 kg ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped","name":"Tomato","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"cored and chopped","notes":"ripe, preferably plum or Roma","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 medium cucumber, partially peeled and chopped","name":"Cucumber","quantity":300,"unit":"g","usQuantity":10.6,"usUnit":"oz","form":"partially peeled and chopped","notes":"English or hothouse variety","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 green bell pepper, deseeded and chopped","name":"Green Bell Pepper","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":5.3,"usUnit":"oz","form":"deseeded and chopped","notes":"","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/2 small red onion, chopped","name":"Red Onion","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"chopped","notes":"red","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 garlic cloves","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"whole","notes":"peeled","group":"Vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 slice stale white bread, crusts removed","name":"White bread","quantity":40,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.4,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crusts removed","notes":"stale","group":"Pantry","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"60 ml extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"high quality","group":"Pantry","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"30 ml sherry vinegar","name":"Sherry vinegar","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"red wine vinegar can be substituted","group":"Pantry","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1/2 tsp black pepper","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, red onion, and garlic in a high-speed blender.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, red onion, and garlic","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"If using bread, tear it into pieces and add to the blender along with the sherry vinegar and salt. Blend until very smooth.","group":"Preparation","title":"If using bread, tear it","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"With the blender running on low speed, slowly stream in the extra virgin olive oil to create a smooth emulsion. Season with black pepper.","group":"Preparation","title":"With the blender running","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl if you prefer an ultra-silky texture, pressing on the solids with a spatula. (Optional)","group":"Finishing","title":"Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thoroughly chilled.","group":"Chilling","title":"Cover and refrigerate","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Chilling"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or vinegar if necessary. Serve in chilled bowls, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or finely diced vegetables.","group":"Finishing","title":"Taste and adjust seasoning","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, let the soup chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. High-quality extra virgin olive oil is essential for the characteristic emulsion and flavor.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Spanish","Andalusian"]},"course":["soup","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["High-speed blender","Fine-mesh sieve","Large bowl","Spatula"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1.2,"unit":"l","note":"Approximately four bowls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup actually tastes better the next day as the flavors meld."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Keep in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled; do not heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fgazpacho_a6fec7496f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=044cea57-ce13-41be-b750-ea1eda428700","imageAlt":"Traditional Spanish Gazpacho — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chilled soup","summer soup","healthy","vegetable forward","refreshing"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Spanish Gazpacho","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:30:27.998Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:30:27.998Z","related":[{"id":"broodje_haring_91c744a5f1","slug":"broodje-haring-dutch-herring-sandwich","title":"Broodje Haring (Dutch Herring Sandwich)","description":"A quintessential Dutch street food staple. Fresh, salt-cured 'Hollandse Nieuwe' herring fillets served in a soft white bun with crunchy diced onions and tangy pickles.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Dutch"]},"course":["main","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["pescatarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbroodje_haring_91c744a5f1%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e6c0c431-ce68-4e25-b81b-d2aa6a339d06","imageAlt":"Broodje Haring (Dutch Herring Sandwich) — recipe cover","tags":["herring","sandwich","street food","dutch","seafood","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"pintxos_793e6bf7db","slug":"classic-spanish-pintxos","title":"Classic Spanish Pintxos","description":"A vibrant selection of traditional Basque-style appetizers featuring the iconic Gilda (olive, pepper, and anchovy) and savory glazed chorizo on crusty bread.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Spanish","Basque"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpintxos_793e6bf7db%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d49dd068-3f04-4e63-9c83-a986f589f036","imageAlt":"Classic Spanish Pintxos — recipe cover","tags":["pintxos","tapas","spanish","basque","appetizer","snack","chorizo","anchovy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"tapas_b341d544d9","slug":"classic-spanish-tapas-gambas-al-ajillo","title":"Classic Spanish Tapas (Gambas al Ajillo)","description":"A sizzling and flavorful Spanish snack of shrimp sautéed in high-quality olive oil with plenty of garlic and a touch of chili. Best served with crusty bread to soak up the aromatic oil.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Spanish"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["low_carb","high_protein","pescatarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftapas_b341d544d9%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b0652cb7-8b36-47dd-9ec6-6b4a5d62112b","imageAlt":"Classic Spanish Tapas (Gambas al Ajillo) — recipe cover","tags":["shrimp","garlic","tapas","seafood","quick","easy","spanish"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":5}]}