A layered blend of rich orange and deep red in a tall, frosted glass. Topped with a sprig of fresh cilantro and thin strips of deseeded cucumber peel spiralling inside. Garnished with a skewer of cherry tomato, olive, and an orange wedge impaled through it, flawlessly matching the colourful straw.

Alegre Papas Gazpacho Smoothie

Name: Alegre Papas Gazpacho Smoothie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: medium russet potato, 1 boiled, peeled and cubed; fresh ripe tomatoes, 1 cup chopped; medium cucumber, 1 deseeded and chopped; ripe oranges, 2 juiced; small red bell pepper, 1 deseeded and diced; red wine vinegar, 1 Tbsp; garlic clove, 1 minced; extra virgin olive oil, 1 Tbsp; smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; fresh cilantro, for garnish; cherry tomato, for garnish; green olive, for garnish; orange wedge, for garnish

Category Smoothie

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Spanish

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: July 28, 2024

Introducing our unique twist on the classic Spanish Gazpacho - meet the 'Alegre Papas Gazpacho Smoothie'. We've turned this Spanish staple into an exciting smoothie recipe by incorporating summer fruits and vegetables. Using potatoes in the recipe provides an unexpected richness and creaminess that perfectly complements the fresh ingredients.

Ingredients (for 2)

Medium russet potato - 1 - boiled, peeled and cubed
Fresh ripe tomatoes - 1 cup - chopped
Medium cucumber - 1 - deseeded and chopped
Ripe oranges - 2 - juiced
Small red bell pepper - 1 - deseeded and diced
Red wine vinegar - 1 Tbsp
Garlic clove - 1 - minced
Extra virgin olive oil - 1 Tbsp
Smoked paprika - 1/4 tsp
Salt - to taste
Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
Fresh cilantro - for garnish
Cherry tomato - for garnish
Green olive - for garnish
Orange wedge - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥔🔥🔪

Boil the potato and allow it to cool before peeling and cubing.
Step 2 - 🍅🥒🌶🥣

Combine the cubed potato, chopped tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, red wine vinegar, olive oil, freshly squeezed orange juice, salt, and pepper in a blender.
Step 3 - 🔄🥣👌

Blend until the ingredients make a thick, smooth texture.
Step 4 - 👅🧂🔧

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 5 - 🥣❄⏰

Chill the mixture for at least 1-2 hours before serving.
Step 6 - 🥣➡🥂

Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses.
Step 7 - 🌿🥒🍅

Garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro, cucumber peel spirals, and a skewer with cherry tomato, green olive, and an orange wedge.

Additional

This unique gazpacho smoothie is a great way to stay hydrated and cool during the warm season. Not to mention, it adds a lovely artistic touch to your summer feast. The potato balances the acidity of the other ingredients while also providing creaminess. Customize this recipe by adding spices or herbs, or substituting with your favourite vegetables. Kids can have fun helping to blend the ingredients and garnishing the final smoothie! Enjoy this Spanish-inspired, Instagram-worthy smoothie!