Traditional gazpacho is a light vegetable soup made with tomatoes and spices, served cold. In this variation, we’ve swapped the tomatoes for cucumbers and added smoked fish for a satisfying, refreshing dish. This cucumber gazpacho is as fresh as summer greenery, as fragrant as blooming flowers, and as delicate as the first rays of sunshine. It’s pure culinary poetry! Feel free to experiment with ingredients: add more greens like arugula, spinach, or lettuce, or spice it up with chili powder or jalapeños. For a creamier texture, you can also peel the cucumbers.
Recipe Details:
- Difficulty: Easy
- Calories: 360.67 kcal/serving
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Additional Time: 30 minutes
Macronutrients (Per Serving):
- Protein: 19.21g
- Fat: 27.73g
- Carbohydrates: 8.13g
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 1.75 lbs (800g) cucumbers
- 8.8 oz (250g) smoked fish (I used salmon, you can use other fish to taste)
- 3.5 oz (100g) mixed parsley, dill, and basil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp vinegar
- Olive oil, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Prepare the Cucumbers:
- Using a vegetable peeler, slice 8 thin ribbons of cucumber to garnish the soup later.
- Coarsely chop the remaining cucumbers and garlic, then blend them in a food processor until smooth.
Add the Seasoning:
- To the blended cucumber mixture, add 4 tablespoons of olive oil and the vinegar.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Blend again until well combined.
- Refrigerate the gazpacho for 30 minutes to chill.
Prepare the Garnish:
- Cut or tear the smoked fish into small pieces.
- Separate the herbs from their stems and finely chop the leaves.
Serve the Gazpacho:
- Pour the chilled cucumber gazpacho into bowls.
- Garnish each serving with pieces of smoked fish, cucumber ribbons, and chopped herbs.
- Drizzle with a bit of olive oil before serving.
Chef’s Note:
Serve this cucumber gazpacho with smoked fish like a traditional soup. It pairs beautifully with toasted bread, croutons, or crispy baguette slices.
Useful Tip:
To make the soup less concentrated, you can add a bit of boiled water. Alternatively, prepare it with natural yogurt for a creamy, tangy flavor.
Nutritional Information (per 100g):
- Protein: 4.89g (6.11% of daily value)
- Fat: 6.17g (6.86%)
- Carbohydrates: 2.77g (1.65%)
- Calories: 85.61 kcal (4.76%)
- Sodium: 5.72mg (0.39%)
- Total Sugar: 1.01g (2.02%)
- Saturated Fatty Acids: 0.71g (3.55%)
- Dietary Fiber: 0.50g (1.67%)
This light and refreshing cucumber gazpacho with smoked fish is perfect for hot summer days, offering a delightful combination of freshness and rich flavor. Enjoy!
