Iced Gazpacho With Homemade Garlic Croutons

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A very refreshing traditional spanish soup, great for a hot day.(time does not include chill time)

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Steps

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Put the bell peppers , cucumber , tomatoes , olive oil and vinegar in a food processor , and process until smooth.

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Season with salt and pepper to taste , transfer to a bowl , cover and chill for at least 4 hours.

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Meanwhile , for the garlic croutons , heat the oil in a skillet over med / high heat.

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Add the garlic and fry for 2 minutes , stirring to flavor the oil.

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Discard the garlic , add the bread cubes , and fry until golden on all sides.

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Drain well on paper towels , sprinkle with the sea salt and store in an airtight container if not using immediately.

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To serve , place ice cubes in soup bowls , ladle the soup on top and then top with your garnishes and croutons , or let your guests add their own.

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Ingredients

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red bell peppers, cucumber, tomatoes, olive oil, sherry wine vinegar, salt and pepper, garlic clove, bread, sea salt, red bell pepper, scallion, ice cube