Mediterranean Diet Tarama
Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Mediterranean Diet Tarama, a refined take on the classic Greek dip that's both wholesome and highly flavorful. Crafted with delicate tarama (fish roe), crustless day-old bread, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic grated onion, this luscious spread achieves its velvety texture through a skillful emulsification of extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe captures the essence of Mediterranean simplicity and nutrition. Perfect as an appetizer or light snack, serve it with whole-grain bread or crunchy vegetable sticks for a heart-healthy, elegant dish that will leave guests craving more. Perfect for anyone seeking an authentic taste of the Mediterranean diet!
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Ingredients
- 100 grams Tarama (fish roe)
- 100 grams Day-old crustless bread
- 150 milliliters Olive oil
- 40 milliliters Lemon juice
- 1 small Grated onion
- 50 milliliters Water
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Soak the day-old bread in water for about 1-2 minutes, then squeeze out excess water and set aside.
Step 2
2. In a food processor or blender, add the fish roe (tarama) and grated onion. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
3. Gradually add the soaked bread to the mixture, blending well after each addition. This provides the creamy base for your dip.
Step 4
4. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the food processor is running. Do this gradually to help the mixture emulsify and achieve a smooth texture.
Step 5
5. Add the lemon juice and water in small increments, continuing to blend thoroughly. Adjust the consistency by adding additional water if necessary.
Step 6
6. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with black pepper and extra lemon juice if needed.
Step 7
7. Transfer the tarama to a serving bowl, garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs (optional), and serve with whole grain bread or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 533.1 grams (533.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1795 |
| Total Fat 160.60g | 206% |
| Saturated Fat 25.70g | 129% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.50g | |
| Cholesterol 300mg | 100% |
| Sodium 2009mg | 87% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.40g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.30g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 8.60g | |
| Protein 31.30g | 63% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 148mg | 11% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 594mg | 13% |
Source of Calories