Low Calorie Anchovy Cream
Elevate your meals with this Low-Calorie Anchovy Cream, a flavorful and guilt-free way to enhance dips, spreads, and sauces. Perfect for anchovy lovers, this creamy delight combines the briny umami of anchovy fillets with the tangy richness of low-fat Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley round out the bold yet balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe is ideal for those seeking a quick, nutritious accompaniment to veggies, crackers, or grilled proteins. A healthy, Mediterranean-inspired addition to your table, it’s packed with protein and big on taste while staying low in calories.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Place the anchovy fillets on a cutting board and finely chop them into a paste using the back of a knife.
Mince the garlic clove as finely as possible or use a microplane to grate it for a smoother consistency.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, chopped anchovies, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice.
Drizzle in the olive oil and mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl.
Season the mixture with ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Serve immediately as a dip, spread, or sauce, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 6327 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 602 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*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.
