Gazpacho with croutons and diced vegetables
Gazpacho with croutons and diced vegetables is a classic cold soup originating from the Andalusia region of southern Spain. It's a refreshing blend of raw, ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and bread, all blended with olive oil and vinegar, then garnished with crunchy croutons and a colorful medley of finely diced fresh vegetables.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally low in fat and protein, with its calories coming primarily from carbohydrates in the vegetables and bread. It's an excellent source of vitamins A and C, lycopene from tomatoes, and hydration, with a typical serving containing roughly 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 9 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1500 IU |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Gazpacho is a prime example of a 'peasant dish' born from practicality, using stale bread to thicken the soup and stretching scarce ingredients. Nutritionally, it's celebrated for preserving the raw, heat-sensitive nutrients of its vegetables, making it a potent source of antioxidants.
