Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

Savor the best refreshing summer gazpacho with shrimp, ready in just 15 minutes. After making this countless times, I’ve perfected the balance of flavors. The trick I discovered is using cold ingredients and blending until smooth. This fresh, tangy soup is perfect for hot summer days. Start by visiting this refreshing watermelon cooler for a perfect drink pairing. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner and Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle.

What You'll Need for Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ripe tomatoes
• 1 cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 1 green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 lb cooked shrimp
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Optional: Drizzle of olive oil
• Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro
• Optional: Crusty bread

How to Make Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

1. Prepare ingredients: Chill all ingredients in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before blending. This helps maintain a cold temperature while blending.
2. Blend ingredients: Core the tomatoes and remove any bad spots. Roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper. Place them in a blender along with the garlic, water, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
3. Season and chill: Add the smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne (if using) to the blender. Blend briefly to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill the gazpacho in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
4. Serve: Ladle the gazpacho into bowls. Top with chopped parsley, and serve with optional toppings like a drizzle of olive oil or crusty bread.

Storing & Reheating Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the gazpacho up to 24 hours ahead. Add the shrimp just before serving.

Freezing Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

Gazpacho does not freeze well due to the water content in the vegetables.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy gazpacho, add a seeded jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Best substitution: Substitute cooked chicken or lobster for the shrimp.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the gazpacho up to 24 hours ahead. Add the shrimp just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double the ingredients.
• Troubleshooting: If the gazpacho is too thick, thin it out with a little water. If it's too thin, add more bread or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Best Refreshing Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp Ready in 15 Minutes

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

0 minutes

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Total

15 minutes

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ripe tomatoes
• 1 cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 1 green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 lb cooked shrimp

Seasonings

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Optional Toppings

• Drizzle of olive oil
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Crusty bread

Instructions

1. Prepare ingredients: Chill all ingredients in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before blending. This helps maintain a cold temperature while blending.
2. Blend ingredients: Core the tomatoes and remove any bad spots. Roughly chop the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper. Place them in a blender along with the garlic, water, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
3. Season and chill: Add the smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne (if using) to the blender. Blend briefly to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill the gazpacho in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
4. Serve: Ladle the gazpacho into bowls. Top with chopped parsley, and serve with optional toppings like a drizzle of olive oil or crusty bread.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy gazpacho, add a seeded jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Best substitution: Substitute cooked chicken or lobster for the shrimp.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the gazpacho up to 24 hours ahead. Add the shrimp just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double the ingredients.
• Troubleshooting: If the gazpacho is too thick, thin it out with a little water. If it's too thin, add more bread or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Gazpacho does not freeze well due to the water content in the vegetables.
• Make ahead: Prepare the gazpacho up to 24 hours ahead. Add the shrimp just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 170mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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