Herby Bean Dip

Who wants a snack? This inexpensive little dish takes just a few ingredients and is ready to go in minutes. It's also packed with protein and low in fat, which makes it a great and heart-healthy snack for people with diabetes. The fresh herbs really help this dish shine, but they're not necessary. Dried herbs, or even celery leaves or the green part of scallions (green onions), make a perfect substitute. In fact, this is a great way to use them so they don’t go to waste!
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- Prep time
- 5 min
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- Servings
- 10 Servings
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- Serving size
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2 tbsp
Ingredients
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water
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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low sodium canned beans (such as pinto, cannellini or great northern beans) (drained and rinsed)
- 1 1/2 cup
- 1 1/2 cup
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ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp
- 1/4 tsp
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fresh herbs (any combination of parsley, chives, basil, dill or mint, see Chef Tip) (chopped)
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
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garlic (minced)
- 1 clove
- 1 clove
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Directions
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Add all ingredients to a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher to combine.
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Serve with cut up raw vegetables, whole grain tortilla chips or crackers, or use as a sandwich or wrap filling.