Haydari

Haydari is a creamy and tangy vegan Turkish appetizer made with silken tofu and fresh herbs, perfect for dipping or spreading. This refreshing dish is a delightful addition to any meze platter.

Ingredients

• Silken tofu - 200 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the silken tofu, minced garlic, fresh dill, fresh mint, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Using a fork or a hand mixer, blend the mixture until it reaches a creamy consistency.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
4. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.
5. Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as part of a meze platter.

Nutrition

• Calories: 130
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from fresh herbs.

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