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Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with zucchini, celery, garlic, chilli, tarragon, thyme, lavender, oregano, extra virgin olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, wholemeal bread

Ingredients

for 4 people:

Zucchini – 400 g (14.1 oz / ≈ 3 medium zucchini)

Celery – 200 g (7.1 oz / ≈ 2–3 stalks)

Garlic – 1 clove (≈ 3 g / 0.1 oz)

Chili pepper – a pinch (≈ ¼ teaspoon crushed / 0.5 g)

Tarragon – 1 sprig (≈ 1 teaspoon chopped / 1 g)

Thyme – 2 sprigs (≈ 2 teaspoons leaves / 2 g)

Dried lavender buds – 4 buds (≈ 0.2 g)

Oregano – a pinch (≈ ¼ teaspoon / 0.5 g)

Extra-virgin olive oil – 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz)

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO – 2 tablespoons (≈ 20 g / 0.7 oz)

Wholemeal bread (sliced) – 100 g (3.5 oz / ≈ 3–4 slices)

Method

Cut the bread into cubes

Toast in the oven or in a pan.

In a saucepan, bring 1 liter of water to a boil

Add the washed and chopped zucchini and celery together with the chopped garlic, chilli, oregano, lavender and fresh herbs.

Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes,

Season with salt

Turn off and blend.

Season with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and a drizzle of oil

Serve hot, accompanied by a few cubes of toasted bread.

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

Tarragon: possible reactivity in case of allergy to Asteraceae

Lavender: allergy to Lamiaceae (Mint, Thyme, Lavender, Sage, Basil, Rosemary)

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Oregano: reactivity in case of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, nepeta

Bread: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: contains milk allergens

Chili pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Celery: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Thyme: possible reactivity in case of sensitivity to spices

Zucchini: possible individual intolerance or cross-reaction in case of allergy to Ambrosia

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Garlic: has immune-stimulating properties, promotes liver function and the elimination of waste metabolites. It also has hypocholesterolemic, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive and hypoglycemic properties that promote cardiac function.

Tarragon: rich in antioxidants, stimulates diuresis

Lavender: it has the property of relaxing and calming the nervous system, reducing anxiety and stress, improving sleep quality and having anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Oregano: provides antioxidants and vitamin E that are conducive to the proper functioning of the immune system

Wholemeal bread: source of fiber that supports the intestinal microbiota, improves intestinal transit and provides B vitamins and minerals that strengthen the immune system; also suitable for kidney patients. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver

Chili pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol indexes and hinders its formation on the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D and E and is very effective in activating the venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Celery: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Suitable for those with cholesterol problems, as it promotes its disposal. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Thymus: has a favorable action on liver function (cholagogue or choleretic) and diuretic due to the action of chlorogenic and caffeic acids

Zucchini: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia -Weight Loss
• Diarrhea
• Mucositis – Inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity, if not spicy and without toast
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia (Chewing problems swallowing), if not spicy and without toast