Garlic pistachio cranberry tarts are rich and colorful pillows of flavor. The perfect appetizer for game day, and through the holiday season.
recipe originally published December 28, 2011
Cranberry Appetizer for the holiday season
Cranberries are a classic holiday flavor - see more of our favorite cranberry recipes.
These garlic pistachio cranberry tarts are a tasty two bite appetizer with flavorful pistachio filling and ginger cranberry sauce.
This is one of those recipes I look forward to all year long. The garlic onion pistachio filling is one I keep thinking of, coming up with new ways to use it.
Although 'by the spoonful' is a good choice, and we have enjoyed the pistachio filling as a dip before.
These have such amazing flavors, people that actually like turkey may not miss it. I only wish I had thought of these years ago - I never ate turkey.
I have also made a gluten free version that tastes just as good - simply using a gluten free pie crust. So yum!
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Garlic Pistachio Cranberry Tarts
Rich and colorful pillows of flavor, perfect the appetizer for watching the game, and all through the holiday season!
Ingredients
- 1+ cup raw pistachios, shelled
- water by the tablespoon, as needed
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- sea salt to taste
- vegan puff pastry shells (or Easy Vegan Pie Crust for gluten free)
- 6-7 tablespoons Ginger Cranberry Sauce
Instructions
- Reserve several (12) pistachios to use as garnish.
- Combine pistachios and 2 tablespoons water in blender, blend at highest speed until almost creamy.
- While blending, add garlic, onion powder and salt. Add water as needed to reach desired consistency, 1 tablespoon at a time. For this recipe, I wanted it thick enough to pipe into tart shells, and have used anywhere from 2-5 tablespoons.
- Cook tart shells / pie crust according to package.
- Pipe about 2 tablespoons garlic pistachio spread into each, and top with (about a tablespoon) ginger cranberry sauce and a pistachio.
- These are great served warm or room temperature.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 256Total Fat: 10gUnsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 201mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 3gSugar: 17gProtein: 6g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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Amanda says
I was so excited to see the puff pastry! But, I'm sure they will be delicious with the pie crust, too. I love the combination of the pistachio with cranberry.
Kristina Sloggett says
these are just as good with the pie crust, I promise! BUT... stay tuned... I am attempting a gf puff pastry. two trials so far, I'm getting there. 😉
Jereann Zann says
The tarts look amazing, like I seriously want to reach through the computer and eat one! Thank you for including the link to the gluten free easy vegan pie crust.
Kristina Sloggett says
yes! these are just as tasty with pie crust - I make them that way more often, actually. enjoy!
Leslie says
This is the kind of treat I want on my party spread!
Kristina Sloggett says
me too! 🙂
Jen says
These look so good! I can't wait to make these for my next party!
Kristina Sloggett says
oh yay - enjoy!
Alisa Fleming says
Pistachio and cranberry isn't a combo I've had before but it sounds delicious. And these sound super easy too!
Kristina Sloggett says
VERY easy, and yep - a super tasty combination!
Michelle says
If it makes you feel better, I've never seen the princess bride! I will watch it one day, but I struggle to focus on movies these days if it's not at the cinema haha!
I could definitely focus on these babies, they look amazing - that pistachio filling!!
Kristina Sloggett says
ha! good, that DOES make me feel better! I think I heard Princess Bride is on television tonight... 😉
Kortney says
I have to agree, I am not sure what the appeal is! Maybe I also need to give Princess Bride a rewatch 😛
Kristina Sloggett says
you and me both 😉
Kristen says
What a creative combo of flavors! These sound so delicious; and easy, too!
Kristina Sloggett says
thanks, Kristen! they are indeed delicious and easy! 🙂
paula says
favorite quote: wizard of oz
"don't be afraid, you've always had the power".
Was training for the NY Marathon, and that became my mantra. Even found a ruby slipper charm.
another goody" don't ask if its going to be difficult, ask if it's going to be worth it".
2 thumbs down for princess bride. 2 thumbs up for mandy patinkin. If you haven't seen Yenytl.. DO IT. NOW!
Kristina Sloggett says
I love Mandy Patinkin too - did you ever see the Dead Like Me series? MP is like the leader of the Grim Reapers.
and I LOVE that you quoted Wiz of Oz... one of my all time favorites!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
If you haven't watched it by the time I come see you, I'm making you watch it with me! I'm not going to get all dramatic and tell you we can no longer be friends...that would be silly. I'm a good forgiving person and I can accept your short comings. We just need to fix this and everything will be alright! 😉
Kristina Sloggett says
haa HAA... maybe I should wait until you are here, that would be fun! 😉 and thank you for being understanding, you are so sweet, and I will mend my ways.