Mediterranean Diet Toom (Garlic Sauce)
Elevate your meals with this creamy, tangy Mediterranean Diet Toom (Garlic Sauce), a classic Middle Eastern condiment bursting with bold garlic flavor. This recipe transforms simple pantry staples—fresh garlic, lemon juice, and neutral oil—into a lusciously smooth, emulsified sauce that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for those following the Mediterranean diet, this velvety toom can be used as a zesty dip, a spread for sandwiches, or a flavorful pairing for grilled vegetables, meats, or warm pita bread. With a quick 15-minute prep time and no cooking required, this garlic sauce strikes the perfect balance between robust flavor and light, airy texture. Make it ahead of time to let the flavors meld and enjoy a guilt-free condiment that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup Neutral oil (such as grapeseed or sunflower oil)
- 2 tablespoons Ice water
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the green germ (if present) to reduce bitterness.
Step 2
Place the garlic and salt into a food processor or blender. Pulse until the garlic is finely minced, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of neutral oil to the blender. Blend on low speed until the mixture begins to emulsify.
Step 4
Continue blending, alternating between slowly drizzling in the oil and adding small amounts of lemon juice. Allow the mixture to blend for 30 seconds between additions to achieve a creamy consistency.
Step 5
Once all the lemon juice and oil are added, check the texture. If the sauce is too thick, add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or lemon juice, if desired.
Step 7
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. The sauce will thicken slightly as it chills.
Step 8
Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy as a dip, condiment, or spread!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (317.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2062.4 |
| Total Fat 236.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1183.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 31.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 102.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories