BLANCHED CRUDITES

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 12m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound asparagus
1 pound carrots, sliced diagonally in 1-inch chunks
1 pint cherry tomatoes
2 heads radicchio
Herb Dip, recipe follows
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 scallions, white and green parts, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare a large pot of boiling salted water, and fill a large bowl with ice water.
  • Remove the tough bottoms of the asparagus stalks. If they are thick, peel the stems half-way up the stalk.
  • Add the carrots to the pot of boiling water and blanch for 1 minute. Immediately remove the carrots with a slotted spoon and plunge them in the bowl of ice water. Drain the carrots when fully cooled.
  • Add the asparagus to the boiling water and blanch for 1 minute. Immediately remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon and plunge them into the reserved bowl of ice water. Drain the asparagus when fully cooled.
  • Slice the radicchio into wedges.
  • Arrange the carrots, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and radicchio on a platter and serve with the Herb Dip.
  • Place the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and blend. Serve at room temperature.

Uwadia Samzy
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make.


Ram Rasaili
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These blanched crudités are a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Muhumuza Jordan
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I'm so happy I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.


Abdullah Ch
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These blanched crudités are a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals.


Katusabe Daphine
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I love the dipping sauces that are included in this recipe.


Amos Kabila
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These blanched crudités are a healthy and delicious snack.


Hannah Kyeremateng
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to eat more vegetables.


Sean Kubin
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These blanched crudités are a great way to add color and flavor to your meals.


Mominul Blog Fmcity
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use any vegetables I have on hand.


Wyatt HAskins
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These blanched crudités are a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Ahamed Rahul
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I made these blanched crudités for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Fayazali Shah143
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These blanched crudités are a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. My kids loved them!


Sanju Saji
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but I actually enjoyed these blanched crudités. The blanching process made them more flavorful and the dipping sauces were a great addition.


Prince nawab143
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These blanched crudités are a great appetizer or side dish. They're healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Namigadde Justine
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I've been looking for a healthy and easy way to eat more vegetables, and this recipe is perfect. I love that I can customize it with my favorite dipping sauces.


Sk Shoponmahmud
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the dipping sauces were delicious.


Jaheda Begum
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The blanching process helps to preserve the nutrients and color of the vegetables, and the dipping sauces add a delicious flavor.