Macédoine

Definition

A mixture of vegetables cut into uniform 1/4-inch cubes, often used in salads or as garnish; named after Macedonia because it's a diverse mix of ingredients getting along.

Example Usage

The vegetable macédoine garnish should include carrots, peas, celery, and green beans in equal proportions.

Origin

French: from the Macedonia region, historically referencing the mix of different groups and ingredients

Fun Fact

Macédoine salad was wildly popular in Victorian-era fine dining and is experiencing a quiet modern comeback

Source: Classical French culinary reference (Escoffier era)

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