The Ultimate Gazpacho

Ingredients (10)

• 2 1/2 pounds ripe red tomatoes (about 4 large or 9 small)
• 1 small Vidalia or sweet yellow onion (1/2 pound), peeled and cut into rough 1" chunks
• 1 small cucumber (1/2 pound), peeled and seeded
• 1 medium red bell pepper, cored and seeded
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
• 1 large garlic clove, peeled
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
• 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper