There is described a process for the production of a vegetable yogurt
formed by fermentation of vegetable products such as green vegetables and
fruits under the action of lactic acid bacteria. In the first phase the
vegetable substrate is prepared whereby the green vegetables and/or fruit
are homogenized. then water is added to obtain a creamy or liquid product
which is then pasteurized. Afterwards the cultures of lactic acid
bacteria are inoculated whereby the fermentation step is carried out at a
temperature depending on the strain of lactic acid bacteria being used
until the pH reaches a value of about 3.8-4.5, at which point fragrances
and/or thickening agents, fruit puree, or fruit in small pieces or
cereals are added and the product is packaged.