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Post by marlaoh on Jun 16, 2003 8:25:19 GMT -6
GLISTENING GAZPACHO
Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 0 minutes 4 servings (about 1 cup each) 111 calories per serving, 80% from fat RealAge effect if eaten 12 times a year: 5.2 days younger RealAge-effect ingredients: Onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, olive oil, cucumber, tomato juice (potassium, flavonoids, carotenoids, lycopene, folate, healthy fats) Ingredients: 1 cup each, diced (1/4 inch): peeled cucumber, red or orange bell pepper, and seeded ripe tomato 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced 1 cup tomato juice 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 dashes (or to taste) hot red pepper sauce Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Optional: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, diced avocado Preparation: Place all ingredients in large bowl and combine. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes. Coarsely puree about half the mixture in a blender or food processor and return it to the bowl. Stir well to combine thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours before serving. Garnish sparingly with parsley, cilantro, or avocado, if desired.
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