This vibrant Gazpacho Relish transforms simple vegetables into a flavorful condiment perfect for elevating summer grilling. Combining crisp cucumbers, sweet green bell peppers, and aromatic onions with a tangy tomato and vinegar base, it offers a refreshing crunch and bright acidity. Unlike traditional smooth gazpacho, this chunky version acts as a relish, providing texture and a cool contrast to hot franks or sausages. It is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no cooking, making it an ideal last-minute addition to your barbecue spread. Serve it spooned over toasted buns for a burst of fresh, garden-style flavor that complements rich meats beautifully.
Gazpacho Relish For Franks
Description
This vibrant Gazpacho Relish transforms simple vegetables into a flavorful condiment perfect for elevating summer grilling. Combining crisp cucumbers, sweet green bell peppers, and aromatic onions with a tangy tomato and vinegar base, it offers a refreshing crunch and bright acidity. Unlike traditional smooth gazpacho, this chunky version acts as a relish, providing texture and a cool contrast to hot franks or sausages. It is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no cooking, making it an ideal last-minute addition to your barbecue spread. Serve it spooned over toasted buns for a burst of fresh, garden-style flavor that complements rich meats beautifully.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and seed the cucumber, then chop it into small, bite-sized pieces.
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Dice the medium onion and chop the green bell pepper into similar small pieces.
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, onion, and bell pepper.
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Add the minced garlic, tomato sauce, sugar, olive oil, and red wine vinegar to the bowl.
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Toss everything together thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the relish until ready to serve to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 21.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.0g2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 0.7g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This relish is excellent as a topping for franks and sausages served in toasted buns.
Yield: Approximately 2 Cups.
For best flavor, let the relish chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or the tanginess by increasing the vinegar to taste.
