Zucchini or other summer squash makes a great dip similar to hummus. Roast them and blend with a few ingredients accompanied with pita chips or crackers. Be prepared to have friends and family ask for the recipe.
Roasted Zucchini Dip
3 medium or large zucchini or other summer squash, split and roasted
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper
2 or 3 cloves Garlic
Lemon Juice to taste
2 tblsp. Tahini (sesame see paste)
1/2 – 1 tsp. cumin
Preheat the oven to 375 F. Cut the zucchini into large cubes and place into a roasting pan on onto a cookie sheet. Brush or drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and starting to brown on top.
Puree in a food processor the roasted zucchini, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and cumin. Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley sprigs. Serve with thin toasts or crackers.
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I am alergic to garlic. Can I replace it by something else by any chance?
You can substitute with shallots or mild onions.