Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 1 can (19 oz./540 ml) | black beans, drained and rinsed |
| 1/4 cup | tahini |
| 3 tbsp | freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice |
| 2 tbsp | olive oil |
| 1 | clove garlic, crushed |
| 1/8 tsp | red pepper flakes |
| 1 tbsp | finely chopped parsley, optional |
Directions
In a mixing bowl combine black beans, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes, Using the back of a fork, mash ingredients until smooth. (Alternatively, place ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth.)
Place in a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Serves 8.
Nutrition per ¼ cup: 128 calories, 5 g protein, 8 g total fat (1 g saturated fat), 12 g carbohydrate, 4 g fibre, 0 mg cholesterol, 219 mg sodium
Good source of magnesium, folate
Low in saturated fat
Cholesterol-free
High source of fibre
Source: Leslie Beck's Longevity Diet