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Gazpacho blanco (white gazpacho)

A cold Andalusian soup made from almonds, bread and garlic, with no tomato, creamy white and topped with fresh grapes. It is served well chilled in summer, as a starter or appetiser.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Garniture

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Soak the bread crumb in a little water for 5 minutes, then squeeze it dry.
  2. Blend the almonds with the garlic and a pinch of salt until you get a fine powder.
  3. Add the squeezed bread, olive oil and vinegar, then blend again.
  4. Gradually pour in the cold water while blending until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the white grapes and blend for another minute to get a well-combined soup.
  6. Adjust the seasoning with salt and vinegar, then chill for at least 2 hours.
  7. When serving, garnish with the grape halves and toasted almonds, then add a drizzle of oil.

Variations and tips

Lighter version. Replace half the almonds with cashews for an even smoother texture.

With what you can find here. If white grapes are unavailable, drained canned white grapes will do.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.