Walnut Spread
Elevate your snack game with this creamy, flavorful Walnut Spread, a quick and versatile recipe perfect for any occasion. Made with toasted walnuts, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this spread is packed with rich nutty flavor and enhanced by the freshness of parsley. A hint of olive oil ensures its silky texture, while a pinch of salt and pepper brings everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make walnut spread serves as a delightful dip, a sandwich or cracker topping, or even a savory addition to a charcuterie board. Perfect for vegans and packed with heart-healthy fats, this spread is as nutritious as it is delicious. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy its wholesome, homemade goodness anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Let them cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture until it turns into a coarse paste. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.
Add the 2 tablespoons of water to the mixture to achieve a smoother and more spreadable consistency. Blend again until well combined.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Add the fresh parsley and pulse briefly to incorporate it into the spread, ensuring it remains slightly visible for texture and color.
Transfer the walnut spread to a serving dish or an airtight container if storing for later use. Refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.6 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 117.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1157 mg | 25% | |
*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.
