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This spread is a prime example of how familiar foods can be used to create a new gastronomic story
If you’re looking for an idea for a quick, tasty and unusual snack, try this simple but original spread of carrots, onions and pickles.
This recipe will pleasantly surprise you not only with its savoury flavour, but also with the availability of ingredients that you most likely already have in your fridge. Ideal for sandwiches, croutons or as an addition to the festive table – easy to prepare, and the result is sure to please everyone. The recipe was shared on the receptoria1 page.
This snack is a wonderful combination of classic products, which in a new version give an unexpectedly bright flavour. Carrots give sweetness and tenderness, pickles – expressive sourness, and onions and garlic – piquancy.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Onions 2 pcs.
- Carrots 1 pc.
- Pickled or pickled cucumbers 4 pcs.
- Garlic 2 cloves
- Mayonnaise 1-2 tbsp
- Salt
- Pepper
Cooking
- Peel the onion and cut into small cubes. Grate the carrots on a medium or fine grater.
- Fry the onion in a little oil until transparent, then add the carrots. Stew the vegetables over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft. Allow the mixture to cool.
- Grate the pickles and squeeze out the excess liquid well. Otherwise, the snack may turn out too watery.
- Chop the garlic cloves or press them through a press.
- In a deep bowl, combine the cooled roasted vegetables, cucumbers and garlic. Add a spoonful of mayonnaise, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until homogeneous.
Tips:
- For a less calorific version, replace the mayonnaise with Greek yoghurt or low-fat sour cream.
- For a vegan version, use vegetable mayonnaise or mashed avocado.
- For those who like it spicy, you can add a pinch of chilli pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- The spread is perfect on toast, black bread, pita bread or even as a topping for pancakes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or sesame seeds if desired.
This spread is a vivid example of how you can create a new gastronomic story out of familiar products. It is easy to prepare, economical and, most importantly, incredibly tasty.
