Feel guilty dipping into guacamole? This lower-fat version is a yummy alternative. It has chunky bits of tomato and is well seasoned with jalapeno peppers, cumin and cilantro. "I've made and enjoyed this recipe many, many times over the years," says Marlene Tokarski of Mesa, Arizona.
INGREDIENTS
* 2 large ripe avocados, peeled, divided * 1 cup (8 ounces) fat-free sour cream * 1/4 cup chopped onion * 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped * 6 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro * 4 teaspoons lemon juice * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/8 teaspoon pepper * 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped * Baked tortilla chips or fresh vegetables
SERVINGS 12 CATEGORY Lower Fat PREP 10 min. TOTAL 10 min.
DIRECTIONS
In a food processor, combine one avocado, sour cream, onion, jalapenos, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, cumin and pepper; cover and process until smooth. In a bowl, mash the remaining avocado with a fork. Stir in the pureed avocado mixture. Gently fold in tomato. Serve with tortilla chips or vegetables. Yield: 3 cups. Editor's Note: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.
NUTRITIONAL INFO
Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1/4 cup) equals 79 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 2 mg cholesterol, 119 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1 vegetable.
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