Roasted Garlic and Tahini Spread

Sometimes you just need a good snack in between meals or a small plate to serve to guests.

When people think of snacks, they usually think of chips, popcorn, cookies and other processed foods. Snacking doesn’t have to be unhealthy; in fact, it shouldn’t be. This roasted garlic and tahini spread is the perfect snack to serve with crudite or flax crackers, and it’s approved for all of my programs.

- INGREDIENTS -

• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 shallot
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups tahini
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped rosemary

• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme
• ½ cup freshly chopped parsley
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Step 1:

Peel all the garlic and then slice thin. Repeat with the shallot.

Step 2:

Place the olive oil, garlic and shallots in a medium sauté pan and heat on low heat for 5-6 minutes to infuse the oil. Remove from the heat, stir in the rosemary and thyme and set aside to cool.

Step 3:

In a medium mixing bowl, add the tahini, the remaining ingredients and the garlic + oil mixture. Stir to combine. Serve with sliced vegetables or flax crackers. Best served at room temperature.  Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutritional analysis per serving

(about 2 tablespoons): Calories 250 • Total fat 17.2 g • Fiber 7.7 g • Protein 6.4 g • Sodium 55 mg

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