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Guacamole is a staple for summer gatherings, try adding black beans for protein and fiber.

Black Bean Guacamole

5 avocados, diced

3 scallions, chopped

2 limes, juiced

1/2 cup chopped tomatoes

1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1 (15-ounce) can BUSH’S® Black Beans, drained and rinsed

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Assorted dippers such as toasted whole wheat pita bread triangles or multi-grain tortilla chips

1. Place avocados, scallions and lime juice into a large bowl.
2. Mash avocados to a coarse puree.
3. Stir in tomatoes, cilantro and beans.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with assorted dippers.

Makes 7 to 9 servings.

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Recipe developed by Connie Guttersen, R.D., Ph.D., nutrition instructor at the Culinary Institute of America, author of “The Sonoma Diet” and mom.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Bush's Beans, through ECES, Inc., Electronic Color Editorial Services.

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