• Christmas vegetable wreath
  • Vegetable Wreath

    Christmas vegetable wreath
    Preparation 20 min
    Cooking -
    Refrigeration 0 min
    Freezing 0 min
    15 servings
    Piece of cake (easy)

    Vegetable Wreath

    Reinvented Crudités and Dip

    Voilà! Here is our reinvented version of the notorious crudités and dip combo: the seasonal vegetable wreath! Your family, friends, and other guests will surely love this vibrant, colourful, and refreshing dish placed at the center of the table. Plus, it’s a great way to lighten the decadent Holiday menu. For this recipe, we prioritized vegetables that are usually available at this time of the year. However, you can use any vegetables you prefer, whether seasonal or not.

    Here are a few veggie ideas: asparagus, artichokes, Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, carrots, celeries, and fennels. For the more adventurous, try making original shapes with your vegetables. There are even tutorials online to help you create a unique veggie platter at home.

    As for our dip, it tastes similar to the classic ranch one. It is mostly made with plain Greek yogurt (and a very ripe avocado!). Rich in protein and low in fats and sugar, Greek yogurt is a great alternative to mayonnaise and sour cream. 

    Psst! Make the best sandwich ever (here’s how to pimp your sandwich!) and prepare this beautiful vegetable wreath to go with it for a change from the classic crudités!

    Bon
    à savoir

    What does it mean to "blanch vegetables"?

    The word blanch means to plunge a food in boiling water (salted or not) for a few minutes. There are many reasons that explain why this process is necessary. Just think about frozen vegetables in supermarkets, they are blanched as well!

    What blanching does:

    • It stops enzyme actions that otherwise causes loss of taste and texture once the product is thawed.
    • It partially cooks the food.
    • It brightens the colour of vegetables (if blanching is brief and followed by a thermal shock when plunged into ice-cold water!).

    Blanching broccolis for this vegetable wreath allows people who usually avoid this raw veggie to actually enjoy it. This method provides a bright green colour and slightly softens the fibers of this usually tough vegetable. Pimp your crudités and dips for a unique result!

Nutritional Information

  • Calories
    52 Kcal
    -
    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
    2.1 g
    3 % DV
    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
    0.5 g
    3 % DV
    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
    2 mg
    1 % DV
    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
    19 mg
    1 % DV
    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
    6 g
    2 % DV
    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
    2 g
    8 % DV
    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
    1 g
    -
    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Se démarquant par son authenticité et son dynamisme, Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. en nutrition, vulgarise la science de la nutrition et développe de savoureuses recettes. À travers ses nombreux projets entrepreneuriaux, Hubert adore voyager, la bonne bouffe, le bon vin et fréquenter de bonnes adresses gourmandes.

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