Vegan Orange & Grapefruit Gazpacho
Cool down with our vegan orange & grapefruit gazpacho. This refreshing, vibrant soup is made with a blend of grapefruit, oranges and ripe vegetables, creating a light and zesty dish perfect for warm days.
Our Franklin & Sons Valencian Orange & Grapefruit brings a bittersweet juiciness, modernising and refreshing this classic cooling Spanish recipe.
Serve chilled and garnish either with grapefruit wedges or fresh coriander for a burst of colour and flavour. It’s a healthy option that’s both delicious and easy to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
- Serves 4
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- 150g grapefruit, peeled and segmented
- 200g oranges, peeled and segmented
- 100ml Franklin & Sons Valencian Orange & Grapefruit, chilled
- 500g ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 80g red pepper, seeded and chopped
- 100g cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 50g tomatillo, chopped (in a pinch green tomatoes are a good substitute)
- 80g purple onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp Tabasco sauce (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh coriander, for garnish
Method
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Prepare the Ingredients
Chop all the fruits and vegetables into manageable pieces for blending. -
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Blend the Gazpacho
In a blender, combine the grapefruit, oranges, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, tomatillo, purple onion, garlic, lime juice, red wine vinegar and Tabasco sauce. Blend until smooth. Pour in the chilled Franklin & Sons Valencian Orange & Grapefruit and blend briefly to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. -
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Chill the Gazpacho
Transfer the blended gazpacho to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (the longer the chill the better the flavour). This chilling time allows the flavours to meld and enhances the refreshing taste. -
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Serve
When ready to serve, remove the gazpacho from the fridge and ladle it into bowls. Garnish with grapefruit segments and fresh coriander for a vibrant touch. -
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Top Tip:
This gazpacho makes for a light and zesty starter or a refreshing main dish on a warm day. Enjoy it with a side of crusty bread and a glass of Franklin & Sons Valencian Orange & Grapefruit for a perfect pairing!