Vegetable Pinzimonio

Vegetable pinzimonio is a fresh and healthy dish, ideal as an appetizer or snack. It is very simple to prepare and can be easily adapted based on your preferred seasonal vegetables. Here is a basic recipe that you can personalize as you wish.

Ingredients

• Carrots
• Celery
• Fennel
• Bell peppers
• Cucumbers
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Coarse salt
• Pepper (optional)
• Balsamic vinegar or lemon juice (optional)
• Aromatic herbs such as rosemary or thyme (optional)

Preparation

1. Wash and dry all the vegetables you intend to use for your pinzimonio.
2. Cut the vegetables into sticks or pieces that are easy to dip and eat in one bite.
3. Prepare one or more small bowls with extra virgin olive oil and add coarse salt and pepper to taste.
4. If desired, you can enhance the oil with balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, or add chopped aromatic herbs to give the dressing an extra touch.
5. Arrange the cut vegetables on a serving plate and place the bowls with oil and aromatics in the center.
6. Serve the pinzimonio by inviting each diner to dip the vegetables into the seasoned oil according to their taste.

Curiosity

Pinzimonio is a way of enjoying raw vegetables that enhances their natural flavors without overwhelming them. It is a very common preparation in Italy, especially during the warmer months, when people look for fresh and light dishes. Depending on the Italian regions, you can find variations in the type of oil used or in the vegetables chosen for the pinzimonio.