A creamy dip with Levantine flavors. (Credit: Andréa Boueiz)
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Preparation 10 min
Cooking time 20 min
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Portions
4 people
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Difficulty
Easy
- For the dip:
- 500g zucchini
- 100g lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
- 150g tahini
- 50g olive oil
- 8g salt
- For the garnish:
- 100g zucchini
- 20g mint leaves
- 20g parsley leaves
- 5g dill
- 20g pine nuts
- 50g olive oil
- A pinch of chili flakes
- Lemon zest
For the dip:
- Preheat the oven to 220°C.
- Wash the zucchinis, cut them in half lengthwise, place them on a baking sheet with olive oil and salt. Mix everything together and bake for 10 minutes until nicely colored.
- Once cooled, roughly chop them with a knife until you have a puree.
- Place the puree in a bowl, add the lemon juice and tahini, and mix well.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and place in the refrigerator.
For the garnish:
- Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Bake at 220°C until you get zucchini chips.
- Bake the pine nuts until golden brown.
- Wash and dry the herb mix.
For plating:
- Spread the dip on a dish, sprinkle with herbs, zucchini chips, and pine nuts.
- Finish with a pinch of chili flakes, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve with bread, crackers, or raw vegetables.
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Preparation 10 min
Cooking time 20 min
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Portions
4 people
-
Difficulty
Easy
- For the dip:
- 500g zucchini
- 100g lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
- 150g tahini
- 50g olive oil
- 8g salt
- For the garnish:
- 100g zucchini
- 20g mint leaves
- 20g parsley leaves
- 5g dill
- 20g pine nuts
- 50g olive oil
- A pinch of chili flakes
- Lemon zest
