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Garlic Bean Dip
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:
4cloves garlic
1can (15-1/2 ounces) pinto or black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4cup pimiento-stuffed green olives
4-1/2teaspoons lemon juice
1/2teaspoon ground cumin
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
Total Fat
1 g
Calories from Fat
21 %
Calories
42
Protein
3 g
Sodium
207 mg
Dietary Exchange:
Starch
1/2
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