Refreshing strawberry gazpacho made with ripe strawberries, tomato, cucumber, and a hint of balsamic. This chilled summer soup is light, elegant, and perfect for Valentine’s Day or warm-weather entertaining.
Yields 4 Servings Servings Quarter (1 Serving) Half (2 Servings) Default (4 Servings) Double (8 Servings) Triple (12 Servings) Prep Time 15 minsTotal Time 15 mins 14 oz ripe strawberries, hulled
1 ripe tomato, chopped
½ cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
¼ small red onion, chopped
1 tbsp red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Optional: small pinch of chili flakes
Optional Garnish
Diced strawberries
Cucumber cubes
Fresh basil or mint
Crème fraîche or yogurt drizzle
Microgreens
Blend the Soup
1 Add strawberries, tomato, cucumber, red onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using) to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth.
Adjust & Chill
2 Taste and adjust seasoning or acidity.
Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until well chilled.
Serve
3 Stir before serving.
Pour into chilled bowls or glasses. Garnish lightly and serve cold.
Pairing Suggestions
4 Wine
Prosecco or Champagne
Dry Rosé
Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktails
Strawberry Bellini
Aperol Spritz
Non-Alcoholic
Sides
Goat cheese crostini
Prosciutto chips
Light arugula salad
Tips & Notes
5
Use fully ripe strawberries for natural sweetness
Serve very cold for maximum refreshment
A touch of chili enhances flavor without overpowering
Goat cheese or yogurt garnish adds creaminess
Perfect Valentine’s starter or summer amuse-bouche
Ingredients 14 oz ripe strawberries, hulled
1 ripe tomato, chopped
½ cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
¼ small red onion, chopped
1 tbsp red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Optional: small pinch of chili flakes
Optional Garnish
Diced strawberries
Cucumber cubes
Fresh basil or mint
Crème fraîche or yogurt drizzle
Microgreens
Directions Blend the Soup
1 Add strawberries, tomato, cucumber, red onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using) to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth.
Adjust & Chill
2 Taste and adjust seasoning or acidity.
Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until well chilled.
Serve
3 Stir before serving.
Pour into chilled bowls or glasses. Garnish lightly and serve cold.
Pairing Suggestions
4 Wine
Prosecco or Champagne
Dry Rosé
Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktails
Strawberry Bellini
Aperol Spritz
Non-Alcoholic
Sides
Goat cheese crostini
Prosciutto chips
Light arugula salad
Tips & Notes
5
Use fully ripe strawberries for natural sweetness
Serve very cold for maximum refreshment
A touch of chili enhances flavor without overpowering
Goat cheese or yogurt garnish adds creaminess
Perfect Valentine’s starter or summer amuse-bouche
