Cookwith - Cilantro-Free Classic Gazpacho for a Crowd

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes (about 8 medium), cored and chopped
• 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
• 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cups tomato juice (no added salt)
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Diced seedless cucumber, for garnish
• Diced red bell pepper, for garnish
• Crusty bread, for serving (optional)