Lettuce Velouté

I can provide you with an Italian recipe for a lettuce velouté. It will be a light dish, with a touch of creaminess and fresh flavors, typical of Italian cuisine. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 1 head of lettuce
• 1 medium potato
• 1 small white onion
• 500 ml of vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cream or Greek yogurt (optional) to garnish
• Croutons to accompany

Preparation

1. Start by thoroughly washing the lettuce leaves under running cold water, then dry them and roughly tear them into pieces.
2. Peel the potato and cut it into cubes.
3. Finely slice the onion.
4. Take a pot and heat the extra virgin olive oil. Add the onion and let it fry until it becomes translucent.
5. Add the potato cubes and lettuce leaves, then sauté the vegetables for a couple of minutes, stirring well.
6. Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
7. Once the vegetables are cooked, turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to make the mixture smooth and homogeneous.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a creamier velouté, you can add some fresh cream or Greek yogurt.
9. Serve the velouté warm, garnished with a spoonful of cream or yogurt and accompanied by the croutons.

Curiosity

The lettuce velouté is a very light and digestible first course, thanks to the properties of lettuce, which is rich in water and has a refreshing and soothing effect. Moreover, it’s a versatile recipe that allows you to experiment by adding aromatic herbs to your liking, such as basil or parsley, for an even fresher and more Italian scent. Enjoy your meal!