Med Spread
Brighten up your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavorful Med Spread, a Mediterranean-inspired dip that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Made with protein-packed chickpeas, smoky roasted red peppers, creamy tahini, and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required! Seasoned with warm cumin, paprika, and a touch of garlic, each bite bursts with bold, authentic flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect as a dip for pita bread and veggies, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for crackers, this versatile dish is a must-try for any Mediterranean food lover.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Roasted red peppers (jarred or freshly roasted)
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 large Garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Feta cheese (crumbled, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
Step 2
Process the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is evenly blended.
Step 3
Add the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Blend again until all the spices are incorporated and the spread is creamy.
Step 4
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a touch more lemon juice or salt if desired for extra brightness.
Step 5
Transfer the Med Spread to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese.
Step 6
Serve with pita bread, crackers, fresh vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (697.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1107.0 |
| Total Fat 58.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 12.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2487.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.7g | |
| Protein 41.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2602.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10726.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1768.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories