Description
This vibrant spread is perfect for dipping or as a unique topping for toasted bread. A simple, flavorful snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 zucchini
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 big clove of garlic
- 1-2 tbsp (15-30 ml) tahini
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Grate zucchini, sprinkle with salt, and let it drain in a colander for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze out excess water from the zucchini.
- Cook the zucchini and finely chopped garlic over medium-low heat with olive oil, stirring frequently, until soft and spreadable.
- Stir in tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a smoother spread, use a food processor to combine the cooked zucchini and tahini.
- Toasted sesame oil can be substituted for olive oil for a more intense sesame flavor.
- Store the spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3