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    Home » Recipes » Dips, Spreads & Aioli

    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    Published on February 10, 2019 - Updated on January 13, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A super flavorful sun-dried tomato and basil spread with a bit of a zing to it. A great appetizer for the next time you have guests over.
     
    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    I was dying to find a new recipe for a spread. Something that my guests could easily spread on crackers or melba toast. A simple google search will reveal hundreds, if not thousands of different recipes for spreads. This Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread was inspired by a few recipes I found but modified to use simple ingredients that are readily available.

    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    This Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread has a beautiful color and the perfect consistency for spreading on crackers. But I must warn you, this spread has a kick to it!

    The heat comes mostly from the Chili Oil. While I really enjoy a little kick in many of my recipes, you can easily tone this one down by substituting the Chili Oil with more Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

    That being said, the combination of the sun-dried tomatoes and the basil is what makes this a great spread. Now some of you may find this a little funny but if you decide to make this delicious recipe, make sure use Basil leaves and not Bay leaves.

    Both look similar at first glance and, at least in my area, are often sold next to each other. One time when I made this recipe, I was rushing trying to make too many things at once and accidentally grabbed Bay leaves instead of the Basil leaves.

    Doh! It wasn't until I did a taste test for the salt that I realized my mistake. If you happen to make the same mistake (please don't!), THROW IT OUT. It will taste nasty.

    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    For more great recipes with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Jalapeño Avocado Egg Rolls
    • Sundried Tomato Monkey Bread
    • Pam's Yankee Noodle

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Sun-dried Tomato and Basil Spread recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Garlic Cloves, White Onion, Basil Leaves, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Chili Oil, Oregano, Garlic Powder, Fresh Rosemary, Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Ground Black Pepper and Italian Seasoning.

    🥣 How to make Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    Put garlic, onion, and basil in the food processor and process until chopped.
    Add tomatoes and tomato paste, and process until blended.
    Slowly add oils and vinegar to incorporate. Season with herbs and spices.

    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Spread

    A super flavorful sun-dried tomato and basil spread with a bit of a zing to it. A great appetizer for the next time you have guests over.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 170 kcal

    Equipment

    • Food Processor

    Ingredients
     

    • 7 oz Sun-Dried Tomatoes
    • 2 oz Tomato Paste
    • 3 Cloves Garlic, Chopped
    • ½ White Onion, Diced
    • 10 Basil Leaves
    • 5 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary
    • 3 ½ tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • Salt, To Taste
    • Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
    • Italian Seasoning, To Taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Put garlic, onion, and basil in the food processor and process until chopped. 
    • Add tomatoes and tomato paste, and process until blended. 
    • Slowly add oils and vinegar to incorporate. Season with herbs and spices. 

    Notes

    → You can add more olive oil of your choice to acquire the preferred consistency.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 118mgPotassium: 945mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 12.1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2.6mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Sharon

      February 12, 2019 at 10:23 pm

      While I am not a fan of spicy food, I made this for company that was coming to the house. This spread was the highlight of the evening. My company just could not get enough of it and everyone asked me for the recipe. Will definately make it again.

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