Gazpacho with Avocado

Gazpacho is a chilled vegetable soup made with tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, and avocado. It works especially well during warmer months.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 chopped green bell pepper
• 1 chopped cucumber
• Sea salt, to taste
• 1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup water

Directions

1. Combine tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, cucumber, bell pepper, vinegar, and water in a blender or food processor.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Add salt to taste.
4. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
5. Top with avocado cubes before serving.