Spinach Puree With Garlic |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 30 |
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Delicious addition to a greek style meze table. Ingredients:
1 cup spinach, washed and dried |
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb |
1/2 cup cold water |
1 cup walnuts |
1/2 cup olive oil |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1 teaspoon lemon juice |
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling |
lemon wedge |
crusty bread |
Directions:
1. Blanch spinach. Drain immediately and squeeze out any excess moisture.
2. Soak breadcrumbs in the cold water, then squeeze out excess moisture. Discard water.
3. Bake walnuts for 5-7 minutes, until they are golden. Chop 2 tbsp of the walnuts and reserve for garnish.
4. Place spinach, breadcrumbs, walnuts, oil, garlic, lemon juice in blender and blend to obtain a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Spread puree onto plate, sprinkle with chopped walnuts, drizzle with oil and garnish with lemon wedges.
6. Serve with crusty bread.
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