This refreshing gazpacho salad with shrimp is the perfect dish to beat the heat this summer. Follow these easy steps to make it at home.
Ingredients
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* 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
* 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and diced
* 1 medium red onion, chopped
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
* 1/4 cup olive oil
* 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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1. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. In a blender or food processor, blend the tomatoes, pepper, onion, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Add the cooked shrimp to the blended mixture and stir well.
6. Refrigerate the gazpacho salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.