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Lemony Garbanzo Bean Dip

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Number of Servings: 16

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 Tablespoons or more cilantro, chopped

Directions

  1. For a smooth dip, place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. OR for a chunky dip, mash beans well with a fork or potato masher then stir in remaining ingredients.
  2. Add additional liquid as needed for desired consistency.
  3. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes:

  • Serve with fresh vegetables or tortilla chips.
  • Freeze extra lemon juice to use later.
  • Cook your own dry beans. One can (15 ounces) is about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups drained beans.

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