Vegetarian Vegetable Tartare

Delight in the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Vegetarian Vegetable Tartare, a guilt-free and visually stunning dish perfect for light lunches, appetizers, or entertaining guests. This no-cook recipe combines finely diced red and yellow bell peppers, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and juicy cherry tomatoes with the bold tang of capers and a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a garnish of microgreens elevate this dish into a sophisticated yet approachable masterpiece. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vegetable tartare is served with crackers or toasted bread, making it an ideal choice for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful treat. Plus, its customizable presentation with ring molds ensures it looks as good as it tastes!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 cucumber
• 1 ripe avocado
• 150 g cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 tbsp capers
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 handful microgreens for garnish
• 0 crackers or toasted bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Finely dice the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado into small, uniform pieces. Place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters, remove the seeds if desired, and finely dice the flesh. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl along with the capers and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the diced vegetables and gently toss with a spoon to coat evenly, being careful not to mash the avocado.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 8

Use a ring mold or food plating mold to shape the vegetable tartare on individual plates for a professional presentation, pressing it gently into the mold before lifting it away.

Step 9

Garnish with microgreens and serve immediately with crackers or toasted bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	812.4

Total Fat 56.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1951.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 13.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157.6mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2307.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 35.0%