Zeytin Ezmesi

Zeytin Ezmesi is a flavorful Turkish olive spread, perfect for breakfast, bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This simple yet delicious dish highlights the richness of olives combined with aromatic herbs and spices.

Ingredients

• Black olives - 150 grams, pitted and drained
• Green olives - 50 grams, pitted and drained
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the black and green olives.
2. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and black pepper to the bowl.
3. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the olive mixture.
4. Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the mixture to your preferred texture (smooth or chunky).
5. Taste the mixture and add salt as needed, mixing well.
6. Transfer the Zeytin Ezmesi to a serving dish, and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired.
7. Serve with fresh bread, pita, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, promoting heart health.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

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