Salmorejo

Date:
20 January 2024
Category:
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Nut Free
Vegan
Difficulty:
Easy
Servings:
4

Salmorejo is the sibling of gazpacho, but thicker and served with different toppings. It is one of my absolute favourite dishes and this is my own version, taking me straight back to the lovely memories of when I used to live in Spain.

Originating from Andalusia, this dish is a creamy and deeply flavored medley of ripe tomatoes, crusty bread, garlic, and olive oil, all harmoniously blended together.  It is a traditional chilled tomato soup known for its richness and simplicity, and is full of refreshing flavours.

Perfect for hot summer days, this Salmorejo recipe offers a delectable combination of Spanish tradition and cool, comfort-food enjoyment.

Ingredients

  • 1kg vine-ripened tomatoes
  • 200g stale/rustic bread
  • 60ml olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1–2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Suggested Topping:

  • red onion, finely diced
  • cucumber, finely diced
  • avocado, finely diced
  • extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
  • a few basil leaves

Directions

  1. Whizz all the ingredients for the soup in a food processor or blender until well combined. Keep in the fridge or serve immediately.
  2. When you are ready to serve, pour into beautiful serving bowls.
  3. Place the diced toppings in small pots for each person to scatter over their own portion of soup.
  4. Drizzle the salmorejo with olive oil and add a few basil leaves for good measure.
  5. Cook’s Tip: I would suggest dicing the toppings precisely as it brings a nice visual to a very simple dish.