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Local favorite Dr. Dan on High Street has great website recipes if you are starting to cook with a healthier frame of mind. Check out his website and try one of his great recommendations.
Summer Gazpacho Soup
So refreshing on a warm summer evening!
3 Large ripe tomatoes, core and chop
1 Sweet red pepper, seeded and chopped
(reserve 1-2 tsps and mince for topping)
1 Medium yellow onion, peeled and chopped
1 Shallot, peeled and chopped
3 Garlic cloves
1 Large cucumber, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
¼ Cup red wine vinegar
¼ Extra virgin olive oil
1 Cup tomato juice
Celtic sea salt to taste
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Pinch of Cayenne
4 ice cubes
Optional – chopped chives, parsley and lime slices for additional topping
Place all ingredients, except toppings and ice cubes in a blender or food processor and puree. Prepare 2 serving bowls and place 2 ice cubes in each bowl. Add 1 cup of gazpacho mixture and top each bowl with mixture of toppings and enjoy! Serves 4.