Zero Waste Fresh Gazpacho

With tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, bell peppers, celery and basil - this nutrient-rich, satisfying salad-in-a-glass, cool and complex soup blends the perfect balance of vegetables, herbs, and spices. Would you like to try this out before you make it yourself? We will be providing free samples under the stairs of the DAHLC on Aug 6!

Calories: 101 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 12g | Total Fat: 5g | Yield: Approx. 6 | Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients:

2 lb fresh tomatoes, peeled and diced                           2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup red onions, finely chopped                                2 Tbsp frsh cilantro, chopped
1 cup English cucumbers, diced                                     16 oz. V-8 juice
1/2 cup red bell peppers, diced                                        2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1/4 cup celery, diced                                                          2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp garlic cloves, chopped                                           1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 ea Red Fresno Chili peppers, finely chopped              1/4 tsp Kosher salt

Preparation:

Prep all the produce using the vegetable ends as much as possible. Chop the cilantro and basil stems and include them in the soup. Combine all the ingredients. Mix with a stick blender, pulsing on and off until the mixture is thickened slightly. Stir well. Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving.