I know that living in Switzerland can be expensive, and cooking often seems like a costly task, especially for students. But I would like to show you that it is actually possible to eat well without spending a fortune!
Welcome to the first episode of Cook with me for less than 5 francs, and today, we’re doing even better with a meal that costs less than 4 CHF! I’m sharing a delicious recipe featuring carrots, chickpeas, ricotta, feta, all sourced from Aldi (aka our best friend when it comes to budget-friendly cooking). Let’s get started!
Ingredients
- 2-3 carrots (approx. 0.6 CHF)
- 1 can of chickpeas (1.05 CHF)
- 1/2 block of feta (0.9 CHF)
- 1/2 tub of ricotta (0.8 CHF)
- Drizzle of honey (approx. 0.12 CHF)
- Olive oil, paprika, salt & pepper (pantry essentials)
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots: Slice the carrots lengthwise and place them on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil, season with sea salt and pepper, and add a touch of honey. Roast at 200°C for 10 minutes.
- Season the chickpeas: While the carrots are roasting, drain and rinse the chickpeas. Toss them with a little olive oil, paprika, and salt. After the carrots have roasted for 10 minutes, add the chickpeas to the tray and roast everything for another 20 minutes.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a bowl, mix half of the feta with half of the ricotta. Add a small drizzle of honey. If you have a blender, blend until smooth. Otherwise, mash everything with a fork until well combined.
- Assemble the dish: Spread the creamy cheese mixture on a plate. Top with the roasted carrots and chickpeas. Garnish with fresh herbs (if available) and finish with a final drizzle of honey.
Let me know what you thought of this recipe and share your ideas for the next ones in the comments!
For a step-by-step visual guide, check out my TikTok video where I walk you through this budget-friendly dish: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNd8SGtsp/
