Winter Crudites with Walnut-Garlic Dip

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Winter Crudites with Walnut-Garlic Dip
45 min.
3
395kcal

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Embrace the vibrant flavors of winter with our delectable Winter Crudites with Walnut-Garlic Dip—a sensational side dish that perfectly complements any meal. This recipe not only delights the senses with its fresh and crunchy vegetables, but it also embodies a wholesome blend of health and taste. With a well-rounded health score of 100, you can indulge guilt-free, knowing it’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

The star of this dish is the creamy walnut-garlic dip, which brings together the rich, toasted flavor of walnuts and the zing of fresh garlic, all enhanced by zesty lemon juice and fragrant herbs. It’s a dip that doesn’t just satisfy your palate; it’s also packed with healthy fats and essential nutrients. Not to mention, the assortment of colorful raw vegetables—think vibrant carrots, crisp radishes, and crunchy bell peppers—makes this dish as visually appealing as it is appetizing.

Perfect for gatherings or a nutritious snack, this dish can be made in just 45 minutes, offering a delightful way to brighten up the winter season. Serve it at your next dinner party or enjoy it yourself to add a touch of healthy indulgence to your day. This Winter Crudites with Walnut-Garlic Dip will not only be a hit among your guests but will elevate your culinary repertoire as well!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh finely chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.7 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • servings bell pepper raw green red assorted (such as carrots, radishes, and and bell peppers)
  • 12 ounce baking potatoes peeled quartered
  • 0.8 cup walnuts toasted
  • tablespoons water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook potato in medium saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain. Cool completely. Blend nuts, * cup oil, lemon juice, garlic and oregano in processor 1/3 until almost smooth.
  3. Add potato, 1/3 cup oil and 2 tablespoons water. Using on/off turns, process just until potato is blended and mixture is creamy (do not over-process or mixture will become sticky).
  4. Transfer mixture to medium bowl.
  5. Mix in parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  6. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein7.63%
Fat62.22%
Carbs30.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.58
Glycemic Load
17.07
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.760434834853%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.79mg
Eriodictyol
1.32mg
Hesperetin
3.92mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Apigenin
14.41mg
Luteolin
2.93mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
1.04mg
Quercetin
1.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.89kcal
19.74%
Fat:29.07g
44.72%
Saturated Fat:3.23g
20.19%
Carbohydrates:31.69g
10.56%
Net Carbohydrates:26.18g
9.52%
Sugar:3.73g
4.15%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:13.66mg
0.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.02g
16.04%
Vitamin K:132.76µg
126.44%
Vitamin C:75.01mg
90.93%
Manganese:1.4mg
69.82%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.73%
Copper:0.66mg
32.83%
Potassium:803.97mg
22.97%
Magnesium:88.56mg
22.14%
Fiber:5.52g
22.07%
Phosphorus:188.57mg
18.86%
Iron:3.18mg
17.68%
Folate:70.09µg
17.52%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.52%
Vitamin A:818.98IU
16.38%
Vitamin E:2.22mg
14.77%
Vitamin B3:2mg
9.99%
Zinc:1.48mg
9.84%
Calcium:92.63mg
9.26%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.1%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.62%
Selenium:2.42µg
3.46%
Source:Epicurious