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Palestinian Zicchini Dip

This Palestinian zucchini dip is a rich, light and creamy meze delight. Zucchini is paired with the sesame flavours of tahini and countered by the uber-tart hit of pomegranate molasses. It's a balanced, flavourful and life-giving bowl of goodness.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Cooling time
10 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 255 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Israeli , Palestinian

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 zucchini (trimmed & diced)
  • 2 tbsp tahini paste
  • 3 tbsp Greek style yoghurt (plain)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 tsp mint (dried)
  • 1 lemon (juice of)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over a moderate heat until hot. Add the diced zuccini and fry for 5-7 minutes until golden with some caramelisation. Remove from the heat.
  2. Tip the zucchini into a sieve over a bowl. This will drain the oil and any excess moisture. Let the zucchini cool completely.
  3. Add the zucchini to a bowl and using a fork roughly mash. Not completely smooth, more rustic.
  4. Add the tahini, yoghurt, garlic, mint and lemon juice and stir. Pour over the extra virgin olive oil and season with a little salt & pepper. Mix well.
  5. Decant to a serving bowl or platter and drizzle over a little more extra virgin olive oil, a little more dried mint and a drizzle of the pomegranate molasses.
  6. Serve at room temperature with flatbreads, pita, chips or raw vegetables to dip.

Nutrition Information

Calories 255kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 21mg (1%) Potassium 455mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 294IU (6%) Vitamin C 41mg (46%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255

% Daily Value*

Calories 255kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 21mg 1%
Potassium 455mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 294IU 6%
Vitamin C 41mg 46%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.