Lemon Avocado Hummus

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 can white kidney beans
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/2 cup scallions chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Food Processor Method:

  • Drain the beans into a strainer and rinse with cold water.

  • Peel the avocado and cut away the seed.

  • Add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.

  • Add more olive oil as needed to create just the right texture.

Microwave Method:

  • You can make it without a food processor by heating the beans in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

  • Drain - keeping the liquid in case you need it to thin the hummus - and mash the beans with a large fork or potato masher.

  • Mash the avocado the same way and blend with a large fork or whisk.

  • Chop the spinach, garlic, and scallions as finely as you can, and mash with the side of a heavy knife before stirring into the mixture.

  • The result will be more rustic in texture - i.e. somewhat uneven, but still an appealing blend of colors and flavors.

You can find the recipe here lemonsforlife.com/lemon-avocado-hummus