Rillettes de Légumes

Rillettes de Légumes is a delightful vegetarian French spread made from slow-cooked vegetables, perfect for spreading on crusty bread or serving with crackers. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of the vegetables while providing a rich, savory flavor profile that is both satisfying and comforting.

Ingredients

• Carrot - 100 grams
• Zucchini - 100 grams
• Leek - 50 grams
• Red Bell Pepper - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh Thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cream Cheese - 50 grams
• Lemon Juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Finely chop the carrot, zucchini, leek, red bell pepper, and garlic.
2. In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté for about 10 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper, and continue to cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
6. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with cream cheese and lemon juice, and mix well until smooth and creamy.
7. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Serve chilled with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that support heart health.

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