Walnut Spread

Elevate your snack game with this creamy, flavorful Walnut Spread, a quick and versatile recipe perfect for any occasion. Made with toasted walnuts, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this spread is packed with rich nutty flavor and enhanced by the freshness of parsley. A hint of olive oil ensures its silky texture, while a pinch of salt and pepper brings everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make walnut spread serves as a delightful dip, a sandwich or cracker topping, or even a savory addition to a charcuterie board. Perfect for vegans and packed with heart-healthy fats, this spread is as nutritious as it is delicious. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy its wholesome, homemade goodness anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Let them cool slightly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture until it turns into a coarse paste. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.

Step 4

Add the 2 tablespoons of water to the mixture to achieve a smoother and more spreadable consistency. Blend again until well combined.

Step 5

Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 6

Add the fresh parsley and pulse briefly to incorporate it into the spread, ensuring it remains slightly visible for texture and color.

Step 7

Transfer the walnut spread to a serving dish or an airtight container if storing for later use. Refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(340.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1959.7

Total Fat 198.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 117.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1192.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 37.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256.9mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1156.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.0%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 6.9%