Seasonal Vegetable Plate Recipe
Fresh and Pickled Local Vegetables, Marinated Olives, Herby Buttermilk Dip, Beet Hummus, House Focaccia
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Ingredients
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Fresh Vegetables
Pickled Vegetables
Marinated Olives
Herby Buttermilk Dip
Beet Hummus
House Focaccia
Method
Fresh Vegetables Preparation
Prepare Carrots
Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them into thin sticks.
Prepare Radishes
Wash the radishes and cut them in half or quarters, depending on size.
Prepare Cucumbers
Wash and slice the cucumbers into rounds.
Prepare Bell Peppers
Wash the bell peppers, remove seeds, and cut into strips.
Prepare Cherry Tomatoes
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Pickled Vegetables Preparation
Prepare Pickling Liquid
In a pot, combine water, vinegar, and pickling spice. Bring to a boil.
Pickle Vegetables
Add the cauliflower florets and red onion slices to the boiling mixture. Boil for 3-5 minutes.
Store Pickled Vegetables
Remove from heat and let cool. Once cooled, transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
Marinated Olives Preparation
Mix Marinade
In a bowl, combine mixed olives, olive oil, lemon zest, and fresh thyme.
Marinate Olives
Toss the olives until they are well coated in the marinade. Let sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Herby Buttermilk Dip Preparation
Mix Base
In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk and Greek yogurt.
Season Dip
Add fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
Chill Dip
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Beet Hummus Preparation
Adjust Consistency
Process until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if needed to reach desired consistency.
Chill Hummus
Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
House Focaccia Preparation
Activate Yeast
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
Make Dough
Add flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead Dough
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). After the dough has risen, punch it down and spread it onto a greased baking sheet.
Bake Focaccia
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh rosemary. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.