Garlic Bean Dip
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Makes 12 servings (about 1-1/2 cups)
This savory bean dip will satisfy even the most ardent garlic lover and beats store-bought versions both in flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients:
1
can (15-1/2 ounces) pinto or black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4
cup pimiento-stuffed green olives
4-1/2
teaspoons lemon juice
Assorted fresh vegetables and crackers
Preparation:
1.
Place garlic in food processor; process until minced. Add beans, olives, lemon juice and cumin; process until well blended but not entirely smooth.
2.
Serve with vegetables and crackers. Garnish, if desired.
Tip:
To save time, buy fresh vegetables, such as carrots and celery, already cut up from the produce section of the supermarket.Note:
The spice cumin is widely used in Middle Eastern, Asian and Mediterranean cooking. It is available in seed and ground form and adds a nutty flavor to dishes.
Nutritional Information:
|
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons dip (without vegetables and crackers)
|
| Fiber |
1 g |
| Carbohydrate |
7 g |
| Saturated Fat |
<1 g |
| Total Fat |
1 g |
| Calories from Fat |
21 % |
| Calories |
42 |
| Protein |
3 g |
| Sodium |
207 mg |