AUGUST GAZPACHO

Recipe by the Leek and the Carrot

Makes 8 cups

Serves 4

Takes 20 minutes + time to chill

Ingredients:

2 cucumber, peeled and seeded

2 green peppers, seeded

6 cups tomatoes, cut into wedges (4-5 tomatoes)

2 garlic cloves

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt


Directions:

  1. In a food processor, combine cucumber, peppers, tomatoes, and garlic and process until smooth. You may want to do this in two batches for ease. Place pureed mixture in a large bowl and add oil, vinegar, honey, and salt. 

  2. Chill for an hour or two, and serve with a drizzle of olive oil.