Gazpacho

1 KG  tomatoes

1 small (1/2 lb) cucumber, peeled and seeded

1 medium green bell pepper, cored

1/2 small red onion, peeled

3 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons sherry or red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon fine sea salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Optional

1 red chilli seeds removed

1 thick slice of white bread, soaked, crusts removed*

 

optional garnishes: homemade croutons, chopped fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, or any leftover chopped gazpacho ingredients

Blend until smooth-ish