AZERI OLIVE-WALNUT-POMEGRANATE MEDLEY (Zeytun Perverde)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1

AZERI OLIVE-WALNUT-POMEGRANATE MEDLEY (Zeytun Perverde) recipe perfect for Mediterranean cuisine lovers

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup walnuts
	4 cups pitted green olives , sliced
	1 small onion , peeled and finely chopped
	1 cup pomegranate arils ( variation -- dried cranberries )
	2 tablespoons adjust to taste red wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons apple cider
	2 tablespoons pomegranate paste ( narsharab , available in Middle Eastern markets-adjust to taste )
	3 tablespoons olive oil ( adjust to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

Fat

32g

AZERI OLIVE-WALNUT-POMEGRANATE MEDLEY (Zeytun Perverde) is a traditional Azerbaijani appetizer that is popular in the Mediterranean region. This dish is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that is sure to delight the taste buds of anyone who tries it. The olives provide a salty and briny taste, the walnuts add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor, and the pomegranate arils give it a sweet and tangy taste. It is a healthy appetizer option that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

Instructions

1.	Toast the walnuts in a preheated oven at 180C (350F) for 8-10 minutes or until fragrant. Let them cool.
2.	In a large bowl mix together the green olives, chopped onion, and pomegranate arils or dried cranberries.
3.	Add the toasted walnuts and mix well.
4.	In a small bowl whisk together the red wine vinegar, pomegranate paste, and olive oil. Pour the dressing over the olive and walnut mixture and mix until evenly coated. Adjust the amount of dressing to taste.
5.	Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Best served cold.

PROS

This medley is perfect for Mediterranean cuisine lovers who enjoy a mixture of sweet and savory flavors.

It is a healthy appetizer option that is gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, and high in healthy fats.

CONS

Some people might find the flavor combination of the ingredients to be too strong or overpowering.

Not suitable for nut-allergy sufferers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green olives contain healthy monounsaturated fats that can help protect against heart disease and improve digestive health.
Walnuts are a great source of healthy fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that have been linked to supporting brain health, heart health, and reducing inflammation.
Pomegranate arils are high in antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation and protect against certain diseases. They also contain vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate that are essential for overall health.