Naneh Mint Paste Persian
Elevate your culinary repertoire with Naneh Mint Paste, a vibrant and aromatic Persian recipe that celebrates the freshness of mint. This quick and easy no-cook condiment combines fresh mint leaves, earthy walnuts, pungent garlic, and bright lemon juice for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Blended seamlessly with extra virgin olive oil, it creates a silky, herbaceous paste that’s both versatile and nutrient-packed. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Persian-inspired mint paste is ideal as a spread for crusty bread, a unique marinade for meats, or a flavor enhancer for soups and stews. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, it's a delightful way to bring fresh, homemade elegance to your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup walnuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the fresh mint leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a food processor, combine the mint leaves, walnuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse a few times to coarsely chop the ingredients.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixture in the food processor.
While the food processor is running on low speed, gradually drizzle in the olive oil. Continue processing until a smooth paste forms. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even blending.
Taste the paste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the Naneh Mint Paste to a sterilized jar or airtight container. Drizzle a thin layer of olive oil over the top to help preserve it.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve with bread, use as a marinade, or mix into soups and stews to enhance their flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1232 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.4 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1545 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 46.2 mg | 257% | |
| Potassium | 3344 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.
