Bulgarian Spread for Bread Made with Honey and Walnuts

This simple Bulgarian Spread recipe was altered from The Sophia Echo, a foreign newspaper in Bulgaria.  It was showcased in the article “Christmas deliciousness” by Magdalena Rahn on Christmas Day in 2006. That newspaper is no long publishing online, but luckily, we kept a copy of this delicious honey-walnut-garlic condiment. It’s great for dipping or topping your favorite bread.

Serving Suggestions: Dairy-Free Bulgarian Spread

This recipe is similar to the Honey Walnut Spread by the California Walnut Board, but simpler. Our version is also more versatile, and pairs well with any of the following.

• Spooned on Bruschetta or Toast with Dairy-free “Yogurt Cheese”
• Spooned on Bruschetta or Toast with Dairy-Free “Goat Cheese” Recipe
• Served with Apple Slices for Dipping
• As a Condiment to fresh baked Dairy-Free Pull-Apart Rolls
• Spooned on Bruschetta or Toast with store-bought Dairy-Free Cream Cheese

Special Diet Notes: Bulgarian Spread

By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, paleo, refined sugar-free, and vegetarian.

For a strictly vegan Bulgarian spread, you can substitute a vegan honey alternative. Agave nectar or maple syrup might also go well, but a honey alternative provides a more traditional taste.

Magdalena Rahn

Bulgarian Spread for Bread

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This traditional recipe was adapted from The Sophia Echo. It's a drizzly walnut, honey-garlic condiment that's delicious on fresh bread or toasts. It complements dairy-free cheese spreads nicely.

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Prep Time 7 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetiser

Cuisine: Bulgarian

Calories: 109

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 clove garlic
• Sea salt to taste
• ¾ cup chopped walnuts coarse or fine, your choice
• ¼ to ⅓ cup honey to taste

Method

 

1. In a medium bowl, mash the garlic with a little salt. Add the walnuts and honey and stir to combine. If it seems too thick, add a little water or oil.
2. To serve, break off pieces from a loaf of bread and dip them in the spread. Or spoon some of the condiment atop bread or bruschetta-style toasts. See the post above for dairy-free "cheese" suggestions.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 10.4gProtein: 1.8gFat: 7.6gSaturated Fat: 0.7gSodium: 19mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 8.9g

Notes

Nutrition Note: The sodium amount in the nutrition facts is based on a pinch of salt.

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