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
- Place avocados, scallions
and lime juice into a large bowl.
- Mash avocados to a coarse
puree.
- Stir in tomatoes, cilantro
and beans.
- 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.
