Refreshing Zucchini Tartare with Mint and Lemon, garnished with crispy Zucchini Peels

Name: Refreshing Zucchini Tartare with Mint and Lemon, garnished with crispy Zucchini Peels
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 400 grams Zucchini; 1 bunch Mint; 1 Lemon; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 pinch Salt; 1 pinch Black Pepper; 3 Cherry Tomatoes; 70 grams Carrot; 50 grams All-Purpose Flour; 1 Egg; 50 grams Breadcrumbs; 200 milliliters Vegetable Oil

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This light yet refined zucchini tartare is a wonderful tribute to the freshness of summer and the simplicity of Mediterranean flavors. It's a creation that shows how you can conjure up an impressive dish from just a few high-quality ingredients. Inspired by the idea of using the entire zucchini, we transform the tender flesh into a delicate tartare, while the peels get a second chance as a crispy garnish. This tartare is not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, perfect as an elegant appetizer or light snack. It's proof that the best dishes are often those that highlight the natural flavors of their main ingredients.

Allergens

Vegetarian

Pescatarian

Halal

Lactose-Free

858kcal

4 Portions · 604 g

Protein

16 g

Carbohydrates

55 g

Fat

60 g

Fiber

11 g

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Zucchini400 grams
Mint1 bunch
Lemon1
Olive Oil2 tablespoons
Salt1 pinch
Black Pepper1 pinch
Cherry Tomatoes3
Carrot70 grams
All-Purpose Flour50 grams
Egg1
Breadcrumbs50 grams
Vegetable Oil200 milliliters

Ingredient Preparation

1
Wash the zucchini thoroughly. Peel the zucchini and set aside the green peels; these will be used later for garnish. Cut the white flesh of the zucchini lengthwise into thin slices.
2
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the thin zucchini slices for about 30 seconds until they are slightly soft but still firm to the bite. Immediately shock them in ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color. Drain them well and pat them dry.
30 s
3
Now cut the blanched zucchini slices into very fine cubes (brunoise). Chop the mint very finely. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Use a peeler to shave thin ribbons from the carrot.

Preparing the Zucchini Tartare

4
Put the finely diced zucchini and chopped mint into a bowl. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over it. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season everything with salt and pepper to your taste. Mix everything gently.
5
Place the zucchini tartare in the fridge for about 10 minutes so the flavors can combine well.
10 min

Crispy Zucchini Peels

6
Prepare a breading station: Put 50 grams of flour on one plate, whisk 1 egg on a second plate, and put 50 grams of breadcrumbs on a third plate.
7
Take the reserved zucchini peels. Coat them first in flour, then in the whisked egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs, so they are fully covered.
8
Heat 200 milliliters of vegetable oil in a small pan over medium to high heat. Fry the breaded zucchini peels in batches until they are golden brown and crispy. Let them drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.

Arranging and Serving

9
Arrange the chilled zucchini tartare attractively on plates. You can use a serving ring to get a nice shape.
10
Garnish the tartare with the halved cherry tomatoes and the thin carrot ribbons. Place the crispy zucchini peels on top as a decorative and flavorful highlight.
11
Serve the refreshing zucchini tartare immediately as an appetizer or light snack.

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