Gazpacho is truly the unsung hero of fruits and vegetables.

Who knew that pureeing fresh produce could produce such a perfect starter course. Or, in the full dregs of summer heat, main course.

There is nothing else that tastes so completely fresh.

Or refreshing.

Ingredients:

4 heirloom tomatoes

1/2 red bell pepper

1/2 anaheim pepper

1 cucumber, peeled

1 clove garlic

1 small onion, peeled

1 tsp honey

1 tsp salt

2 tsp balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp evoo

1/4 cup water

Directions:

Chop all vegetables in 4ths. Add to vitamix or blender.

Add remaining ingredients.

Puree until smooth.

Drizzle with additional balsamic and evoo, and sprinkle with maldon salt, before serving.