Dehydration

Dried Vegetables and Vegetable Blends

Pantry staples made from tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, beetroot, peppers, onions, garlic, mushrooms, and homemade soup blends.

Dried vegetables are a compact base for soups, stews, sauces, and quick homemade blends. They take up little space, store well, and are especially useful for everyday cooking.

The most common dehydration problems with vegetables are residual moisture, slices that are too thick or uneven, flavor loss, and poor storage after drying.

What this section covers

  • semi-dried tomatoes
  • dried zucchini and eggplant
  • carrots, beetroot, celery, and parsley root
  • ready-made vegetable soup mixes

Important working rules

  • For soup mixes, smaller cuts usually work best.
  • Vegetables with high moisture should never be packed while still warm.
  • If you plan to store vegetables in oil, they must be thoroughly dried first.

Seasonal focus

  • Summer: zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and herbs.
  • Autumn: carrots, beetroot, celery, root vegetables, onions, and garlic.

Recipes in this subcategory

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