Mousse de Carottes

Mousse de Carottes is a delightful French snack that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with a creamy texture, making it both healthy and satisfying. This light and airy mousse is perfect as a starter or a light lunch option.

Ingredients

• Carrots - 300 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Cream cheese - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh chives - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Peel and chop the carrots into small pieces.
2. In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the carrots for about 15 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain the carrots and let them cool slightly.
4. In a blender, combine the cooked carrots, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
5. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Transfer the mousse to serving bowls or glasses, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
8. Before serving, garnish with chopped chives.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in beta-carotene, which supports eye health.
• Contains probiotics from yogurt that promote gut health.

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