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Walnut Beet Caviar Spread Recipe

When I told my Tel Aviv friends I was going to dinner at Messa Restaurant they were jealous to say the least. And, as soon I walked in, I could see why. The stark white design was the most modern, upscale feeling of any place I visited and the food was thoughtful and creative.

One of the things I could not get enough of was the beet spread they served with bread when we first sat down. It was super smooth and airy, sweet and earthy. I found this version of this Walnut Beet Caviar Spread recipe and made it when I returned home and one taste made me feel like I was back in Tel Aviv again. 

Go stock up on all your cooking essentials then head into the kitchen, make this, and share it with us by tagging @saltandwind and #swsociety on social!

Walnut Beet Caviar Spread Recipe

Walnut Beet Caviar Spread Recipe

When I went to dinner at Messa Restaurant in Tel Aviv, I could not get enough of their beet spread. It was super smooth and airy, sweet and earthy so I made a version of this Walnut Beet Caviar Spread recipe when I returned home and one taste makes me feel like I am back at Messa again. 
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium beets cleaned and ends trimmed
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 medium Medjool dates pitted and roughly chopped
  • 4 medium garlic cloves roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice plus more as needed
  • 2/3 cup roughly chopped toasted walnuts plus more for garnish
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
  • Extra-virgin olive oil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Roast The Beets: Heat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the center. Puncture the beets with a fork a few times, and roast for an hour, or until the beets are completely tender when you test by cutting into the center with a knife.
  • Puree The Mixture: When the beets are cooked and cool enough to peel, remove the skins and chop into cubes. Place in a food processor with the dates, garlic, and walnuts. Purée until the texture is really smooth. Stir in the lemon juice and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve garnished with thyme and walnuts and a drizzle of olive oil. 

PERSONAL NOTES

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 67mgPotassium: 371mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Vegan appetizer, vegan dip, vegan spread
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