Category, DifficultyBeginner
Green Greek Goddess Skordalia
Yields12 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time25 mins
 2 cups chopped, peeled russet potatoes (about 1/2-inch pieces)
 6 garlic cloves
 2 cups packed baby spinach
 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
 ½ cup chopped English cucumber
 ½ cup frozen green sweet peas, thawed, plus additional for garnish (optional)
 ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley plus additional for garnish (optional)
 ¼ cup drained, pitted Kalamata olives plus additional for garnish (optional)
 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
 ½ tsp kosher salt
  cup olive oil plus additional for serving (optional)
1

In large saucepot, heat potatoes and enough salted water to cover by about 2 inches to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain potatoes; transfer to large bowl and mash until smooth.

2

In food processor, purée garlic, spinach, almonds, cucumber, peas, parsley, olives, vinegar, salt and 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; with processor running, slowly pour oil through feed tube and process until smooth. Makes about 2 cups.

3

Stir garlic mixture into potatoes until smooth. Makes about 3 cups.

4

Serve dip drizzled with oil and/or garnished with peas, parsley and/or olives, if desired.

Chef Tip: Serve dip with fresh spring vegetables such as asparagus, snap peas, carrots and/or radishes, or toasted pita bread.

Ingredients

 2 cups chopped, peeled russet potatoes (about 1/2-inch pieces)
 6 garlic cloves
 2 cups packed baby spinach
 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
 ½ cup chopped English cucumber
 ½ cup frozen green sweet peas, thawed, plus additional for garnish (optional)
 ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley plus additional for garnish (optional)
 ¼ cup drained, pitted Kalamata olives plus additional for garnish (optional)
 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
 ½ tsp kosher salt
  cup olive oil plus additional for serving (optional)
Green Greek Goddess Skordalia