Tofu, semi-dried tomato and basil dip

This delicious, creamy vegetarian dip is perfect served with fresh vegetable crudités or breads and crackers.

Serves: 4

Time to make: 10 mins

Ingredients

275g block silken tofu
½ cup semi-dried tomatoes
1 clove garlic
½ lemon, juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
½ cup fresh basil
salt and black pepper, to serve

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Instructions

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1 Use a stick blender or food processor to blend all ingredients until well combined. Transfer to a small bowl, season to taste.

2 Serve immediately.

Serving suggestion

Fresh vegetable crudités or breads and crackers

Variations

Make it gluten free Check tofu is gluten free

HFG tip

Use silken tofu as it has a softer texture suitable for blending (firm tofu will crumble).
Semi-dried tomatoes are more moist than sun-dried tomatoes. Find them in the deli section at supermarkets.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 79 cal

Kilojoules 330 kJ

Protein 7 g

Total fat 4 g

Saturated fat 4 g

Carbohydrates 5 g

Sugar 2 g

Dietary fibre 2 g

Sodium 290 mg

Calcium 90 mg

Iron 4.5 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.