Description
French appetizer consisting of raw vegetables
Technical
Crudités are French appetizers consisting of sliced or whole raw vegetables which are typically dipped in a vinaigrette or other dipping sauce. Examples of crudités include celery sticks, carrot sticks, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, broccoli, cauliflower, radish, fennel, baby corn, and asparagus spears. Sauces used for dipping include bagna càuda and pinzimonio.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
freshgrassyearthysharpherbaceous
Wine Analogy
Sauvignon Blanc
Coffee Analogy
Light roast Ethiopian
Perfume Analogy
Green floral
Origin & History
Civilization
Ancient Greeks
Era
Classical antiquity
Region
Mediterranean
Spread Path
Trade routes along the Mediterranean coast
Culinary Applications
PinzimonioItalyShowcases seasonal vegetables with olive oil dip
NamulKoreaBlanched vegetables served with sesame seasoning
KachumberIndiaChopped raw vegetables with lemon dressing
Dietary
VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKoshersesame (in dips)nuts (in dips)