White Gazpacho with Grapes and Toasted Almonds

Name: White Gazpacho with Grapes and Toasted Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons slivered almonds; 2 large English cucumbers or 3 large regular cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped; 3 slices white bread, crusts removed; 1/2 cup warm water; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 6 scallions (whites only), thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup); 1/4 cup white wine vinegar or sherry vinegar, plus more to taste; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup green grapes, cut in half

Servings: persons

1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons slivered almonds
2 large English cucumbers or 3 large regular cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped
3 slices white bread, crusts removed
1/2 cup warm water
3 cloves garlic, peeled
6 scallions (whites only), thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar or sherry vinegar, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup green grapes, cut in half

1
Toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently; set aside.
2
Set aside 1 cup of the chopped cucumber for a garnish.
3
Soak the bread in the water until soft, about 2 minutes.
4
Place the soaked bread, the rest of the cucumber, the garlic, 1/4 cup of the scallion whites, the vinegar, lemon juice, 1/4 cup of the almonds, the salt, and oil in a food processor and process until the cucumbers are completely blended and the liquid and almonds are almost completely invisible, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Season with more salt and vinegar, if desired.
6
To serve, ladle 1 cup gazpacho into each serving bowl.
7
Mound 1/4 cup of the reserved chopped cucumber, 1 tablespoon of the remaining scallion whites, 2 tablespoons of the grapes, and 1 teaspoon of the almonds in the center of the soup and serve.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons slivered almonds, 2 large English cucumbers or 3 large regular cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped, 3 slices white bread, crusts removed, 1/2 cup warm water, and more.

Yes, White Gazpacho with Grapes and Toasted Almonds 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!