 |
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
|
An excellent refreshing meal in the summer. If you haven't has gazpacho before, TRY IT! Dont be scared because its cold soup, its fabulous! Ingredients:
2 cloves garlic |
3 cups firmly packed fresh basil |
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese |
1 cup olive oil |
1/2 cup pine nuts |
3 tomatoes, peeled |
1 sweet green pepper, chopped |
1 carrot, chopped |
1/4 cup lemon juice |
1 teaspoon lime juice |
1 cucumber, peeled seeded and chopped |
3 sprigs parsley |
3 cups vegetable broth |
Directions:
1. Combine Basil, Garlic, Cheese and oil in food processor and pulse until chopped well, but not smooth.
2. Add pine nuts and pulse several time to break up the nuts.
3. (Pesto should be chunky, not smooth) Transfer to bowl and set aside.
4. Combine remaining ingredients in processor or blender and puree until smooth To serve pour gazpacho in bowls and top with several tablespoons of pesto.
5. Great topped with croutons!
|
|