Mediterranean Diet Sundried Tomato Spread
Transform your appetizers with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Sundried Tomato Spread. Bursting with bold, tangy flavors from oil-packed sundried tomatoes blended with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and parsley, this recipe offers a perfectly balanced, savory spread that’s both healthy and delicious. The addition of capers and a hint of black pepper creates a depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with whole-grain bread, crackers, or crisp veggie sticks. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this spread is a quick, versatile option for snacks, party platters, or meal prep. Packed with heart-healthy ingredients like olive oil and sundried tomatoes, it’s a must-try for fans of the Mediterranean diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces sundried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Drain the sundried tomatoes from their oil but reserve 1 tablespoon of the oil to use in the spread.
Place the sundried tomatoes, reserved oil, and olive oil in a food processor.
Peel and chop the garlic cloves and add them to the food processor.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, fresh parsley, capers, black pepper, and water to the food processor.
Blend the ingredients until smooth, stopping to scrape the sides as necessary. Adjust consistency by adding an additional tablespoon of water if needed.
Taste the spread and add a pinch of salt if desired, though the capers and sundried tomatoes are naturally salty.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve immediately with whole-grain bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.9 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2210 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 3353 mg | 71% | |
*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.
