Pinzimonio
15 min · 5 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
About this dish
This classic Italian aperitivo showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh seasonal vegetables served raw with a simple, peppery olive oil dip that lets their natural sweetness and crunch shine. A light, refreshing vegan starter that celebrates whole ingredients at their finest.
Allergy Info
Celery
Diet Info
Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- baby carrotspeeled and halved lengthwise200 g
- celery stalkscut into 10cm sticks200 g
- red radishestrimmed and halved150 g
- fennel bulbsliced into wedges150 g
- bell peppers (red and yellow)cored and cut into strips100 g
- cherry tomatoesleft whole100 g
- cucumbercut into spears100 g
- garlicminced2 cloves
- fresh lemon juice1 tsp
Spices & Seasonings
- sea salt½ tsp
- freshly ground black pepper¼ tsp
- red pepper flakes (optional)1 pinch
Oils & Condiments
- extra virgin olive oilcold-pressed150 ml
Utensils
- large serving platter
- small serving bowl
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- vegetable peeler
- clean kitchen towel
Method
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
Arrange the prepared carrots, celery, radishes, fennel, bell peppers, tomatoes, and cucumber on a large serving platter, grouping by type for visual appeal.
Pour the cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil into a small serving bowl.
Stir the minced garlic, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the olive oil until fully combined and emulsified.
Place the olive oil dip in the center of the vegetable platter and serve immediately at room temperature, encouraging guests to dip vegetables individually.