Mom's Gazpacho Recipe

Name: Mom's Gazpacho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg; 2 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes; 1/2 cup chopped green or yellow pepper; 1 cup chopped cucumber, seeds removed; 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion; 2/3 cup olive oil; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 2 cups beef broth (optional); 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup finely minced parsley; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire; Pepper, coarsely ground; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; Salt; 1 46-ounce can tomato juice; 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs; Tabasco, to taste; Garnish (optional): chopped parsley, minced red onion, chopped olives

Servings: persons

1 egg
2 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green or yellow pepper
1 cup chopped cucumber, seeds removed
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2/3 cup olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 cups beef broth (optional)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup finely minced parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons Worcestershire
Pepper, coarsely ground
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt
1 46-ounce can tomato juice
1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
Tabasco, to taste
Garnish (optional): chopped parsley, minced red onion, chopped olives

1
Place egg in small pot of cold water, bring to boil, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
2
In a pot or large bowl, combine tomatoes, pepper, cucumber, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, cold beef broth (optional), red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, Worcestershire, and coarsely ground black pepper to taste.
3
Stir.
4
Sprinkle garlic with a pinch of salt, and set in bowl.
5
When egg is finished cooking, run under cold water, remove shell, add to garlic and salt mixture, and mash together with fork.
6
Pour tomato juice into large pot or bowl with vegetables, and add garlic, egg, and salt mixture.
7
Add bread crumbs and stir so that they dissolve into liquid.
8
Taste for seasoning and add salt, pepper, and Tabasco to taste.
9
Chill for at least 4 hours and serve.
10
Garnish with chopped parsley, minced red onion, and chopped olives if desired.

473

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, 2 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes, 1/2 cup chopped green or yellow pepper, 1 cup chopped cucumber, seeds removed, and more.

Yes, Mom's Gazpacho falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mom's Gazpacho

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Variations & substitutions

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