Beet and Tomato Gazpacho Recipe

Add some CSA beets to your gazpacho for a refreshing change. Other ingredients from the farm include onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and mint.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 slices red or white onion

• 1 large beet (about 6 ounces), roasted

• 1 small (6 ounces) cucumber or 1/2 long European cucumber peeled and coarsely chopped

• 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, quartered

• 2 sticks celery, coarsely chopped

• 2 large garlic cloves, halved, green germs removed

• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, plus a little extra for the onion

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• Salt to taste

• ½ to 1 cup ice water

• FOR GARNISH

• ½ cup diced cucumber

• Slivered fresh mint leaves

PREPARATION

Put the onion slices in a bowl, cover with cold water and add a few drops of vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Drain and rinse with cold water. Cut in half or into smaller pieces.

Working in two batches, blend all of the ingredients except the garnishes in a blender for 2 minutes or longer, until smooth and frothy. Transfer to a bowl or container (a metal bowl is the most efficient for chilling), thin out with more water if desired, and chill for at least 2 hours before eating. Garnish each bowl or glass with diced cucumber and slivered fresh mint leaves.

Recipe from NYTCooking.