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Cross between guacamole and pureed beans, with a spicy flavor provided by cilies, garlic and onion. Equal adds a hint of sweetness to round out the flavor.

Mexican Bean Dip

1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium avocado, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 red chili, finely chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Equal® Spoonful*
1 green onion, sliced
1/4 cup chopped parsley, divided use

1. Place kidney beans, avocado, lemon juice, tomato paste, chili, garlic and Equal® in food processor; cover. Process until well blended.
2. Stir in green onion and 3 tablespoons parsley. Sprinkle with remaining parsley.

Makes 14 servings.

* May substitute 1 1/2 packets Equal sweetener

Nutrition Information Per Serving:
calories 56, protein 3 g, carbohydrate 9 g, fat 2 g, cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 3 mg.

Food Exchanges: 1/2 vegetable, 1/2 starch.

Recipe provided courtesy of Merisant Corporation ® and the NutraSweet Company, makers of Equal®.

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