Heart-Healthy Creamy Pistachio Spread
Velvety and versatile, this Heart-Healthy Creamy Pistachio Spread is a nutrient-rich delight that's perfect for snacking or elevating your favorite dishes. Made with raw unsalted pistachios, extra virgin olive oil, and a zesty hint of lemon juice, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients into a smooth, flavorful spread that's as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds. A touch of honey balances the savory garlic while keeping the spread naturally sweetened. Ready in just 15 minutes (after soaking the pistachios), this delicious, dairy-free dip is perfect for serving with fresh veggies, slathering on whole-grain bread, or adding a gourmet twist to wraps and sandwiches. High in healthy fats, plant-based protein, and antioxidants, this creamy pistachio spread is a guilt-free indulgence you'll keep coming back to.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw unsalted pistachios
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by pre-soaking the raw pistachios for at least 4 hours or overnight. This makes them easier to blend and enhances their creamy texture.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked pistachios. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Place the pistachios in a food processor along with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and water.
Step 4
Peel the garlic clove, mince it, and add to the pistachio mixture in the food processor.
Step 5
Process the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add additional water one tablespoon at a time until the spread reaches your desired consistency.
Step 6
Season the pistachio spread with ground black pepper and adjust to taste. You might like to add a little more lemon juice or honey, based on your preference.
Step 7
Transfer the creamy pistachio spread to a resealable container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Step 8
Enjoy the spread as a healthy dip with sliced vegetables, spread on whole-grain bread, or as a flavorful addition to wraps and sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (211.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 906.4 |
| Total Fat 80.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.1g | |
| Protein 24.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 131.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1198.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories