Beet and Avocado Tartar with fresh cheese
4
servings15
minutes0
minutes800
kcal15
minutesRefreshing, light and colorful, beet and avocado tartare with fromage frais is the ideal starter to impress your guests. With its subtle flavors and elegant presentation, this dish revisited by Cuizette is easy to prepare and adds a touch of refinement to your meal.
Ingrédients
2 large cooked beets, finely diced
2 ripe avocados, finely diced
150 g fromage frais (goatu0027s cheese or Saint-Morêt)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped chives or radish sprouts (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the diced beet :
Place the diced beet in a bowl. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil, and add a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix gently. - Prepare the avocado cubes :
In a separate bowl, toss the diced avocado with the lemon juice (to prevent darkening). Season lightly with salt and pepper. - Prepare the layer of fromage frais :
Soften the fresh cheese with a fork and a tablespoon of olive oil. Season lightly with pepper and blend until creamy. - Assemble the tartare :
Using a round cookie cutter, place a layer of beet on top and gently press down. Add a layer of avocado, then a layer of fresh cheese. Repeat for each serving.
Carefully remove the cookie cutter and sprinkle with chopped chives or radish sprouts. - Rest (optional) :
Place in the refrigerator 10 minutes before serving for best results.
Notes
- Crunchy addition: Serve with crushed nuts or crackers for a contrasting texture.
- Vegan version: Replace fresh cheese with a plant-based alternative made with cashews or silken tofu.
Easy to make and incredibly elegant, beet and avocado tartare with fromage frais is an appetizer that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfect for enhancing a meal without spending hours in the kitchen, it’s sure to become a staple on your festive tables or everyday meals.
