Black-Eyed Pea Dip

Need a little incentive to eat more vegetables? Keep this easy, healthful dip on hand—who knew that raw vegetables could be so addictive?

Recipe About 1 1/4 cups; Active Time: 10 minutes; Total Time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

1 15-ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed

1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic

1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon, or 1/2 teaspoon dried

1/8 teaspoon salt

Freshly ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

Place peas, parsley, lemon juice, oil, garlic, tarragon, salt and pepper in a food processor; process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.

TIPS & NOTES

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

NUTRITION

Per tablespoon: 31 calories; 1 g fat ( 0 g sat , 1 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 1 g protein; 1 g fiber; 70 mg sodium; 8 mg potassium.

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