Bagna Cauda Dip Recipe

Enjoy fresh vegetables with an easy dip that uses healthy olive oil instead of sour cream. Sautéing high protein pine nuts draws out their mellow flavor. This dip is great for entertaining.

Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1/2 cup pine nuts
    • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
    • 3/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
    • 4 anchovy fillets
    • black pepper to taste
    • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Directions

    1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and pine nuts and cook about 1 minute, stirring thoroughly.
    2. Add garlic and cook until translucent, about 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
    3. Stir in parsley, anchovies and black pepper, and cook 1 minute.
    4. Transfer mixture to a blender and add remaining olive oil and lemon juice; blend until smooth. Serve dip warm.
    5. Dip can be stored, refrigerated, up to 1 week. Reheat in a small saucepan until warm before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

Amount Per Serving

Calories
82
% Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    9g
    14%
  • Saturated Fat
    1g
    5%
  • Cholesterol
    1mg
    0%
  • Sodium
    33mg
    1%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    1g
    0%
  • Dietary Fiber
    0
    0%
  • Sugars
  • Protein
    0
    0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calories needs.