Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios, and Mint

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios, and Mint
45 min.
6
307kcal

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Looking for a delicious and unique vegetarian bread dressing recipe that's both gluten-free and packed with flavor? Look no further! This Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios, and Mint is the perfect side dish for your holiday table or any special occasion. With a delightful blend of dried apricots, pistachios, and fresh mint, this dish offers a burst of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving six, this recipe is easy to whip up and sure to impress your guests. Not only is it vegetarian and gluten-free, but it's also customizable, using either giblet broth or low-salt chicken broth for those who prefer a non-vegetarian option.

Each serving contains only 307 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of chopped onions, pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries), and a touch of lemon peel adds a citrusy zest that complements the rich, buttery base.

Don't miss out on this mouthwatering creation. Give your feast a memorable twist with this Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios, and Mint. Your taste buds, and your waistline, will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 ounces apricot dried diced
  • 0.8 cup chicken broth with pomegranate glaze) or low-salt chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • cups onion chopped
  • ounces pistachios 
  • cup cranberries dried
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Melt 6 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 8 minutes.
  3. Transfer to large bowl.
  4. Mix in bread cubes, pomegranate seeds, apricots, pistachios, mint, lemon peel, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add broth and toss to blend.
  6. Transfer to prepared dish. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead.
  7. Let stand at room temperature.)
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  9. Bake dressing uncovered until heated through and browned on top, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories307kcal
Protein5.38%
Fat44.47%
Carbs50.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.4
Glycemic Load
5.89
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
9.1017391888992%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.81mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.34mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
0.38mg
Apigenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.52mg
Myricetin
0.51mg
Quercetin
17.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:307.19kcal
15.36%
Fat:16.27g
25.04%
Saturated Fat:7.84g
48.98%
Carbohydrates:41.3g
13.77%
Net Carbohydrates:35.89g
13.05%
Sugar:30.23g
33.58%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:502.55mg
21.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.43g
8.87%
Vitamin A:1317.68IU
26.35%
Fiber:5.4g
21.62%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.36%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.26%
Potassium:524.18mg
14.98%
Copper:0.27mg
13.64%
Vitamin E:1.91mg
12.72%
Vitamin C:9.18mg
11.13%
Phosphorus:101.55mg
10.15%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.63%
Iron:1.47mg
8.15%
Magnesium:31.07mg
7.77%
Vitamin B3:1.36mg
6.78%
Folate:27µg
6.75%
Calcium:57.87mg
5.79%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.87%
Vitamin K:3.77µg
3.59%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.58%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.35%
Selenium:1.81µg
2.58%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.4%
Source:Epicurious