- Blender: Essential for pureeing tomatoes and bell peppers to create a smooth base for gazpacho. Example: OXO Good Grips Blender (48 oz.)
- High-Speed Food Processor: Useful for chopping vegetables, particularly if you prefer doing it manually before blending or for serving the gazpacho with fresh garnishes.
- Silicone Spatula: For mixing and ensuring a smooth consistency when preparing the gazpacho base.
- Blender Jar: Perfect for making and serving gazpacho directly from the blender without transferring it.
- Chef's Knife: A basic but essential tool for chopping vegetables accurately before or after processing in a food processor.
- Glass Serving Bowl: Ideal for serving the gazpacho chilled and garnished elegantly.
- Ladle: Useful for portioning out soup into bowls or jars without spilling.
- Ice Tongs: Helpful for serving ice cubes in the gazpacho if it's not served immediately after chilling to keep it cool.
- Straw Serving Set: For a refreshing way to enjoy the gazpacho without additional utensils if served with garnishes in small cups or glasses.
- Serving Spoon: For scooping and serving the gazpacho neatly into bowls.
- Garnish Set: Includes a variety of herbs, olives, or other garnishes that can enhance the presentation and taste.
3 1/4 to 3 1/2 pounds firm but ripe medium tomatoes
1 (8- to 9-ounce) red bell pepper
1 (8- to 10-ounce) red onion, unpeeled, quartered lengthwise
8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 (5 x 3 x 1/2-inch) slices country-style bread
3 garlic cloves, divided
1 (10- to 11-ounce) cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded, cut into small cubes, divided
3 tablespoons (or more) Sherry wine vinegar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram
3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika*
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup (about) cold water (optional)
3 green onions, cut into thin strips
*Sometimes labeled Pimentón Dulce or Pimentón de La Vera Dulce; available at some supermarkets, at specialty foods stores, and from tienda.com.
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