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Black-Eyed Pea Dip

Creamy Black-Eyed Pea Dip with a Zesty Twist

This Black-Eyed Pea Dip is creamy, tangy, and perfect for entertaining. A healthy appetizer that everyone will love!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1/2 cup Tahini Can substitute with almond butter.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal.
  • 1 clove Garlic Use roasted garlic for mellower taste.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Cold Water Add as needed for consistency.
For the Main Mix
  • 1/2 cup Black-Eyed Peas Cooked or canned.
  • 2 pieces Diced Tomatoes Fresh preferred.
  • to taste Hot Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Use less if sensitive to garlic.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Parsley or Cilantro Dill or mint can be used.
For the Finishing Touch
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use high-quality for best flavor.

Equipment

  • food processor or blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a food processor. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth, adding cold water as needed to achieve a silky consistency.
  2. In a skillet over high heat, add olive oil, then sauté the black-eyed peas for 3-5 minutes until charred.
  3. Lower heat and add diced tomatoes, minced garlic, and hot pepper to the peas. Stir-fry for another 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  4. Season with salt to taste and stir in half of the chopped herbs.
  5. Spread tahini base on a platter, add the black-eyed pea mixture on top, garnish with remaining herbs and olive oil. Serve with tortilla chips or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the dip sit at room temperature before serving for best taste. Adjust thickness with water as needed.

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