Low-Fat Guacamole

Yield: 5 (1/2 cup) servings

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup onion, chopped 50 ml
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 5 ml
• 2 teaspoons chili powder 10 ml
• 2 teaspoons cumin 10 ml
• 2 cups frozen peas 350 g
• 1/3 cup water 75 ml
• 4 teaspoons lemon juice 20 ml
• 1/4 cup avocado, chopped 50 ml
• 1/4 cup tomato, diced 50 ml
• 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper 2 ml

Instructions

1. Cook first 4 ingredients in a nonstick pan over medium heat until onion is soft.
2. Add the peas and water. Cover and cook for 3 minutes.
3. Puree in a blender until smooth. (A blender works better than a food processor for this recipe.
4. Let cool and add remaining ingredients.
5. Serve as a side salad, with tortillas or with nacho chips.

Nutrition

Per serving: Fat: 1 g; Calories: 88; Fiber: 3.2g