Description

This creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spread combines rich sun-dried tomatoes with cashews and garlic for a delightful dip or spread that brightens any dish. Perfect for snacking, appetizers, or as a pasta mix, its irresistible flavor will impress everyone!

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (dry-packed, ~50 grams)
1/4 cup raw cashews (~45 grams)
1 whole garlic bulb (or 10-12 peeled fat cloves)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
2 teaspoons dried parsley or basil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (to taste)
1 scant tablespoon tomato paste (or sub with 1/2 cup of tomato puree)
1-2 tablespoons water (optional)

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Instructions

Soak the cashews and sun-dried tomatoes in hot water for 1-2 hours or microwave for 2 minutes.
In a saucepan, gently simmer garlic in olive oil for about 15 minutes until fragrant and pale yellow.
Blend the soaked cashews, garlic (with oil), sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, dried herbs, and salt until chunky.
Continue blending until smooth, adding water if necessary to achieve desired consistency.
Taste and adjust flavors with more salt or vinegar if needed.
Transfer the spread to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and serve or store in the fridge.

Notes

Soaking the cashews and tomatoes is essential for creaminess.
Keep an eye on garlic while cooking to prevent bitterness from overcooking.
Flavors meld beautifully after resting, so consider making ahead.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 90
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg