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Cucumber soup and tomato tart: Trine Hahnemann’s Scandinavian recipes for summer
Fresh, light, vibrant vegetable dishes that capture the changing of the season and Scandinavia’s long summer days
TL;DR
- Scandinavia's summer is characterized by abundance and light, inspiring a desire for outdoor activities and fresh, light meals.
- The article provides recipes for a chilled cucumber soup and a tomato tart, ideal for a summer's evening.
- The tomato tart uses a rye pastry filled with ricotta and crème fraîche, topped with tomatoes, olive oil, spring onion, and dill.
- The cucumber soup is made with shallots, cucumber, white wine, vegetable stock, and fresh herbs, requiring at least eight hours of chilling.
- Both recipes highlight the refreshing and versatile nature of summer vegetables.