Nut-Free Taramasalata
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and irresistible Nut-Free Taramasalata—a nut-free twist on the classic Greek dip. Made with salt-cured cod roe (tarama), softened stale bread, and a luscious blend of olive and sunflower oils, this recipe delivers a velvety texture that’s perfectly balanced with freshly squeezed lemon juice and a hint of garlic. Simple and quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this nut-free version is perfect for allergy-conscious households while retaining the authentic, tangy flavor of traditional taramasalata. Best served chilled with warm pita bread, crunchy vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers, it’s a delicious and crowd-pleasing addition to any gathering. Perfect for Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts or anyone seeking a unique, flavorful dip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams stale white bread (crusts removed)
- 100 milliliters olive oil
- 50 milliliters sunflower oil
- 60 milliliters lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 100 grams salt-cured cod roe or tarama
- 2 cloves garlic cloves (finely grated)
- 50 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Begin by soaking the stale white bread in water for 5 minutes.
2. After the bread has softened, squeeze it well to remove as much water as possible. Set aside.
3. In a food processor, combine the salt-cured cod roe (tarama), grated garlic, and a teaspoon of salt.
4. Pulse the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
5. Gradually add the bread in small portions while blending to incorporate it into the mixture.
6. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and sunflower oil alternately while running the food processor. This helps create a creamy emulsion.
7. Blend in the lemon juice and water, adding them gradually to achieve your desired consistency and balance of tanginess.
8. Taste the taramasalata and adjust the seasoning with more lemon juice or salt if needed.
9. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Serve your nut-free taramasalata with warm pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1893 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.1 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 40.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 4615 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 535 mg | 11% | |
*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.
