SUMMER SQUASH, TAHINI AND YOGURT DIP
Just when I thought I would never find anything new to do with the two small summer squash that were lingering in my refrigerator I came across this dish in Paula Wolfert's book "The Cooking of the Eastern Mediterranean." A simple combination of cooked squash, drained yogurt, garlic and tahini, it's another example of how you can make yogurt dips with just about any vegetable.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 scant cup, serving 4 to 6 as a spread or dip
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a small skillet and add the summer squash. Cook, stirring, until the squash is very soft and all of the liquid has evaporated from the pan. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with a generous pinch of salt and mash to a purée. Add the cooked squash and mash to a rough purée. In a medium bowl, stir together the tahini, lemon juice, and a tablespoon of cold water until smooth. Add the yogurt and mix together. Stir in the squash and garlic and combine well. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and allow to sit for 1 hour or more before serving. Serve at room temperature, garnished with a sprinkling of ground cumin.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 61, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 117 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
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Julio Reyes
reyesj9@yahoo.comThis is the best yogurt dip I've ever had!
Lucky Marutla
mlucky78@gmail.comThis dip is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.
sher Afridi
afridi_s@hotmail.comThis dip is delicious! I love the tangy flavor of the yogurt and the sweetness of the squash.
Jeremiah Delva
jeremiah-d40@yahoo.comThis dip is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of squash, tahini, and yogurt.
Dlzar
dlzar@yahoo.comI've made this dip several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect appetizer or snack.
MUHAMMAD IQBALQUREESHI
i_muhammad33@hotmail.comThis is my new favorite dip! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy and delicious.
Navin Narayan
n@gmail.comThis dip is so flavorful and refreshing! I love the bright flavors of the lemon and dill. It's the perfect summer dip.
Isabella Garfias
i_g@gmail.comI made this dip for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
muhofa james
muhofa.james15@yahoo.comThis dip is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The squash is soft and creamy, the tahini is nutty, and the yogurt is tangy. It's the perfect dip for pita chips, vegetables, or crackers.
Hatixhe Qaili
qhatixhe19@gmail.comI'm not usually a fan of yogurt dips, but this one is amazing! The tahini and lemon juice really balance out the tanginess of the yogurt, and the squash adds a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Biruk Sparta
biruksparta55@hotmail.comThis dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use up my summer squash in a delicious way and that it's a healthier alternative to other dips.
Bayere pleasant
bayere-p85@aol.comI made this dip for a picnic and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and the flavors of the squash, tahini, and yogurt really shine through. I also love that it's a healthy snack that I can feel good about eating.
nkululeko mwelase
mwelase.nkululeko47@hotmail.comThis dip was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the creamy and flavorful sauce made from summer squash, tahini, and yogurt. I served it with pita chips, vegetables, and crackers, and it was a great way to start the meal.