Garlic Walnut Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy, flavor-packed Garlic Walnut Dip! Featuring roasted garlic, toasted walnuts, and a tangy touch of Greek yogurt and lemon juice, this dip strikes the perfect balance between rich and refreshing. The roasted garlic adds a caramelized sweetness, while the toasted walnuts deliver a warm, nutty depth. Blended to silky perfection, this versatile dip is perfect as a spread for crusty bread, a pairing for crisp vegetables, or even a topping for grilled meats. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is as gourmet as it is approachable, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, snacks, or casual gatherings. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, and you're all set to impress with a healthy, irresistible dip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 head garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the garlic, wrap it in aluminum foil, and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden.
While the garlic is roasting, toast the walnuts. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add the walnuts, and stir frequently for about 5 minutes until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a food processor. Add the toasted walnuts, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture in the food processor until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley, if using.
Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or slices of crusty bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.2 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1239 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1033 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
