PARSLEY SPREAD

By BobD

Ingredients

• Parsley Spread (Maidanosalata)
• 1 thick slice (1 inch, 3 cm) rustic white or whole
• wheat bread, crusts removed and soaked in water
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 2-4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 lb fresh parsley, stems trimmed
• 1/3 C extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 TB lemon juice
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• Crushed red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
• Black olives for garnish

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Squeeze and discard the excess water from the bread and combine the bread with the remaining ingredients except the olives in an electric blender or food processor. Process until a smooth paste is formed. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking with additional salt, pepper, lemon juice, or vinegar. Spoon into a serving bowl and arrange the olives on top. Serve with pita bread, raw
vegetables, or crackers.

Makes about 2 cups (500 ml).