Prep time: 8 minutes
What you need:
- 15-ounce can unsalted, fat-free black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 small jalapeño pepper (optional), ribs and seeds removed
What to do:
- Place beans, garlic, lemon juice, cilantro, olive oil, water, and jalapeño (if desired) into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth, about 5 minutes, stopping halfway through to scrape down the sides.
- Serve with fresh cut-up vegetables — try carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, and celery — for dipping.
Nutritional analysis (per serving):
- 140 calories
- 6g protein
- 7g fat
- 1g sat. fat
- 15g carbohydrate
- 5g fiber
- 0mg cholesterol
- 15mg sodium
- 0g sugars
Serves: 2-4
Serving size:2 tablespoons
