Tarator

Tarator is a refreshing and creamy vegan Turkish breakfast dish made from blended walnuts, garlic, and yogurt alternative, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Served chilled, it combines nutty flavors with a hint of garlic, making it a delightful start to your day.

Ingredients

• Walnuts - 100 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Vegan yogurt - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, grated
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional)
• Paprika - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. In a small pan, lightly toast the walnuts over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant, then let them cool.
2. Once cooled, place the walnuts and garlic in a food processor and blend until finely chopped.
3. Add the vegan yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to the walnut mixture and blend until smooth.
4. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
5. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh dill and paprika if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from walnuts that support heart health.
• High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from garlic and cucumber.

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