- 2 pounds tomatoes, cut in wedges
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- In 2 batches in a food processor, process the tomatoes and garlic until smooth. Place in a bowl.
- Add the cucumber, tomato juice, basil, oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Cover and chill for at least 3 hours, or until very cold and the flavors have blended.