BEET TARTARE WITH CANDIED LEMONS AND ALMOND MAYONNAISE. The beet tartare with candied lemons and almond mayonnaise is a fresh and original vegetarian appetizer, perfect for a dinner with friends or for an aperitif.
The beetroot, with its sweet and slightly spicy flavor, is a versatile ingredient suitable for various preparations. In this case, it is used to create a tartare, a raw dish cut into small cubes. The candied lemons add a touch of delicacy that gives the tartare a balanced acidity. The almond mayonnaise, on the other hand, adds a creamy touch and a unique aroma.
The final result is a dish with a delicate and refined taste, sure to win over all palates. The preparation is simple: just cut the beetroot into cubes, season them, add the candied lemons, and almond mayonnaise. Delicious! Thank you to Chef Michele Solari for this recipe….
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6 servings
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 242.28 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 26.17 (g) of which sugars 22.18 (g)
- Proteins 5.74 (g)
- Fat 13.87 (g) of which saturated 1.29 (g)of which unsaturated 12.01 (g)
- Fibers 4.23 (g)
- Sodium 40.00 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 123 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 9 oz boiled beetroot
- to taste balsamic vinegar
- 3 lemons
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 0.84 cup soy milk (or almond)
- 3.5 oz almonds
- to taste vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- to taste almonds (sliced)
Tools
- Cutting Board JOYBOY Rectangular Cutting Board, Non-Slip Plastic Kitchen Set, Food-Grade PP, Heat-Resistant Antimicrobial and Non-Toxic Dishwasher Safe
- Blender Moulinex LM811D PerfectMix + Blender Electric Chopper, Powelix Technology, Multifunction, 1200W, Total Capacity 2L (useful 1.5L), 3 Programs, Heat-Resistant Glass Jug
- Small Pot Lagostina Every Deep Casserole Ø 14 cm in Stainless Steel 18/10 with Lagoseal Plus Bottom, Satin Exterior and Wide Handles, Suitable for All Heat Sources, Including Induction
Steps
Preparation of almond mayonnaise. Pour the soy milk into a blender with the almond flour, a pinch of salt, and start blending while slowly incorporating the vegetable oil, ensuring that the mayonnaise does not “split”. Adjust salt or add water if necessary
Preparation of tartare. Remove the skin from the beets, then cut them into cubes about 0.08 inch. Place the tartare in a bowl and season with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, salt, chives, and a couple of tablespoons of almond mayonnaise. Set aside
Preparation of candied lemon. Wash and peel the lemon using a peeler, avoiding cutting the white part of the lemon. Then cut the zest into julienne strips lengthwise and blanch them in boiling water for 3 times, remembering to cool them in cold water between each step. Prepare a syrup with 100g of water and 100g of sugar in a small pot. Once the sugar is dissolved, add the blanched zest and let the syrup cool with the lemon peels inside
Assembly. Prepare the tartare using a round cutter about 3 inches in diameter. Place the seasoned beet inside, remove the cutter and garnish with dollops of almond mayonnaise, candied lemon, and a sprinkle of toasted almond slices
storage of beet tartare with candied lemons and almond mayonnaise
You can easily prepare this dish 1 or 2 days in advance, just store it in the fridge
FAQ
can I use other ingredients for the beet tartare with candied lemons and almond mayonnaise?
The beet tartare can be enriched with other ingredients, such as cheese, aromatic herbs, nuts, or asparagus.
