Veggie Sticks with Avocado-Lime Dip |
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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Notes: You can also serve this dip with tortilla chips, carrot sticks, or cherry tomatoes. Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes. Ingredients:
1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed |
1 firm-ripe avocado (10 oz.), pitted and peeled |
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt |
2 tablespoons lime juice |
1 tablespoon loose-packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed (optional) |
1 clove garlic, peeled |
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt |
1/2 pound jicama, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks |
Directions:
1. In a 2- to 3-quart pan over high heat, bring about 1 quart water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until tender to bite, 3 to 6 minutes. Drain and immerse immediately in ice water until cool, about 2 minutes; drain again.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, yogurt, lime juice, mint (if using), garlic, and salt; whirl until very smooth.
3. Spoon dip into a bowl and serve with green beans and jicama sticks.
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