Avocado Skordalia is a healthy spin on the traditional garlic dip you need to try now.
There’s no question Greeks love their garlic. When I was growing up we always knew when my mom and my yia-yia were making skordalia when I was coming home from school because I could smell it down the block. Skordalia is a Greek garlic dip/sauce that is normally made by combining potatoes or bread with loads of the pungent allium. It also sometimes includes nuts.
Skordalia 2.0
But I wanted to put a healthier spin on the recipe and update it a bit. So instead of the starchy base, I’m using avocado for this recipe. Avocados are nutrient dense and full of healthy fats. They also whip up perfectly with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon that are the backbone of this recipe. I also add in pint nuts for a little more structure, but they are optional if you don’t have them on hand.
When to eat Avocado Skordalia
I love presenting a ramekin of avocado skordalia as part of a mezze spread during a dinner party. It’s perfect company for Sun-Dried Tomato Tzatziki and Melitzanosalta. Just make sure to put out plenty of crudites and pita bread to scoop them up with. I also love using this version of skordalia as a spread on sandwiches and to top a thick slab of sourdough bread. You really don’t need much more than that.
Ingredients
- 2 avocados
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Add smashed garlic, pine nuts (if using), salt, and lemon to the bowl of a food processor/blender. Let sit for 10 minutes to let the lemon temper the garlic.
- Add avocado halves to the bowl. Pulse to initially combine.
- Pour in olive oil. Blend on high speed for 2 minutes, until smooth. Scrape down sides if needed.
- Adjust lemon and salt to taste. Serve with pita and crudités. Works well as a spread on sandwiches too.
Notes
Serve with plenty of pita and crudités. Also works well as a spread on a sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Avocado Skordalia (Avocado Garlic Dip)
Serves:
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Amount Per Serving: 1 cup
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| Calories | 343.91 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 34.04 g | 52.3% | |
| Saturated Fat 4.42 g | 20% | |
| Trans Fat 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 243.27 mg | 10.1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.46 g | 3.7% | |
| Dietary Fiber 7.14 g | 28% | |
| Sugars 1.28 g | ||
| Protein 3.4 g | ||
| Vitamin A 0.79 % | Vitamin C 17.2 % | |
| Calcium 1.98 % | Iron 6.43 % | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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