Ingredients

1 peeled clove garlic

1/2 small peeled onion

4-5 small tomatoes, skin peeled

1/2 green bell pepper

2-3 jalapeno peppers (optional)

1 small peeled cucumber

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1/2 cup ice water

Preparation

Peel and chop garlic, onion, tomatoes, and cucumber; place in blender. Slice bell pepper and jalapenos removing seeds and inner rind; place in blender. Note: jalapenos can be eliminated for milder tastes. Add remaining ingredients to blender and blend until soupy. Keep chilled.