Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 pound peaches, pitted and roughly chopped
  • 1 pound Roma tomatoes, cored* and roughly chopped
  • 1 slice whole wheat bread
  • half of an English cucumber (about 6 ounces), peeled and roughly chopped
  • half of a small red onion (about 2 ounces), peeled and roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup packed fresh basil leaves (about 8 to 10 large leaves)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons sherry vinegar, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • a few twists of freshly-ground black pepper
  • 2 small cloves garlic
  • optional garnishes: chopped peaches, cucumber, fresh basil, hemp seeds, croutons, chopped nuts, and/or a drizzle of olive oil

Instruction

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth.
  • Taste and season with additional salt, pepper, sherry vinegar, and/or basil if needed.
  • Strain the mixture through a large fine mesh strainer, if you would like a silky smooth texture.
  • Refrigerate in a sealed container for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until completely chilled.
  • Serve. Serve cold, topped with your desired garnishes.