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Persian Yogurt Beet Dip (Borani Laboo)
Persian beet dip is an eye-popping addition to any spread. The bright color and flavor makes this easy 10-minute yogurt-based dip extra fun. You can use store-bought cooked beets or cook them from scratch.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 95 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Persian
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked beets see notes
- 2 1/2 cup whole milk yogurt see notes
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 clove garlic grated using a microplane
Topping
- 2 tbsp walnuts chopped
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- Grate or mash the cooked beets finely and place them in a bowl.
- Add in the yogurt, salt and garlic. Stir together until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes for the flavors to combine.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with chopped walnuts and parsley.
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Notes
- You can use store-bought cooked beets or cook them from scratch. To cook beets, wash them thoroughly and place them in a pot. Fill the pot with water until it covers the beets by 2 inches. Turn the heat on to medium high and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes to 1 hour until they are fork tender. Turn the heat off and let them cool completely. Then peel them and use them as instructed in the recipe.
- I recommend using whole milk yogurt for this recipe because of the flavor and creamy texture. However, it's possible to use low-fat yogurt or even dairy-free yogurt as long as its plain and not flavored.
- If going for a milder taste, use 1/2 tsp garlic powder instead.
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Give it a good stir before serving.
- You can make this beet dip up to a day in advance.
Nutrition Information
Calories
95kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
13mg
(4%)
Sodium
453mg
(19%)
Potassium
256mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
222IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
133mg
(13%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 256mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 222IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 133mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.