SpanishEasy · Chilled
Chilled Gazpacho with Feta and Mint
A bright, icy gazpacho made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber and bell pepper, given body with torn white bread and a generous pour of good olive oil. Finished with crumbled feta and fresh mint leaves for a creamy, tangy contrast.
Prep
20 min
Total
20 min
Method
1
Core and roughly chop the tomatoes. Peel and chop the cucumber. Seed and roughly chop the red bell pepper. Peel the garlic cloves. Set aside.
2
Tear the stale white bread into rough pieces and place in a large bowl. Pour over 150ml cold water and let soak 5 minutes until soft.
3
Transfer the soaked bread and any remaining water to a blender. Add the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar and salt.
4
Blend on high for 2 full minutes until completely smooth. Taste and adjust salt or vinegar as needed — it should be bright, tangy and slightly creamy.
5
Strain the gazpacho through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract all the liquid. Discard the pulp.
6
Cover the strained gazpacho and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or until very cold. The flavor deepens overnight.
B
Nutri-Score
Good balance
A–E · lower is better · score 1
Calories
334
per serving
Low sugar · 8g
Protein
8g
Carbs
22g
Fat
25g
Sat. fat
7g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
8g
Sodium
970mg
DairyMediterraneanAnti InflammatoryDiabetesHeart HealthyLow Sodium OptionHigh FiberHydrationLow SugarWeight Management
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
C
Environmental impact
Moderate impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
0.9
per serving
CCarbonAEU all-round· carbon sets the grade
Water
0.7m³
Land
30Pt
Runoff
0.06g P
ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped drives 46% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
5
Umami
4
Sweet
5
Salty
3
Sour
1
Bitter
0
Spicy
Textures
CreamySilkySmooth
Aromas
FruityHerbalPungent
Kitchen Equipment
Primary Tool
BlenderBlenderChef KnifeCutting BoardFine Mesh SieveLarge BowlLarge PitcherLiquid Measuring CupMeasuring SpoonsWooden SpoonPlastic WrapSieve Liner Or Cheesecloth
Safety & Storage
Storage
Refrigerate gazpacho at or below 40°F (4°C). Store in a covered, non-reactive container. Consume within 2-3 days for optimal quality and safety.
High Risk Population
This dish uses raw vegetables (tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, garlic) with no cooking step to eliminate pathogens. Immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, young children, and elderly persons should use caution with this dish.
Cross Contamination
Sanitize the blender, sieve, and all cutting boards used for raw vegetables before using with other ingredients. The strained gazpacho should be transferred to a clean container immediately.
Temperature
Gazpacho must be served thoroughly chilled (below 40°F/4°C). Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours total. Always return unused portions to refrigeration promptly.
Allergen Warning
This recipe contains gluten and dairy. Ensure all garnishes are kept separate during preparation to prevent cross-contact with other dishes.
Pro Tips
Technique
Strain it through a fine mesh sieve, pressing with a spoon. Yes, it takes a moment, but that silky, almost creamy result is what separates gazpacho from chunky juice. Your tomatoes will thank you.
Make Ahead
Make it the day before and let it sleep in the fridge. The flavors deepen, the cold becomes proper, and morning-you will be so grateful when lunch is already done.
From the chef
In Sevilla, August lunch wasn't complete without something cold and red in a glass. My grandmother would blend tomatoes until they practically sang, add torn bread to make it velvet, and never—never—skip the olive oil. She taught me to trust the tomato, trust the bread, and trust yourself. This gazpacho is that memory with a little wink: the feta for tang, the mint for freshness, but the soul? Pure summer patio.
TagsCold SoupSummerRefreshingVegetarianTraditionalNo CookTomatoOlive OilBread ThickenedFetaMediterranean
AllergensGlutenMilk
Source: generated · June 13, 2026