Bryanna’s Low-Fat Veggie “Guacamole”

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Bryanna’s Low-Fat Veggie “Guacamole”
25 min.
8
100kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy dip that will impress your guests without compromising on flavor? Look no further than Bryanna’s Low-Fat Veggie “Guacamole”! This vibrant and creamy alternative to traditional guacamole is not only vegetarian and vegan, but it’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for anyone with dietary restrictions.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dish that serves eight, making it ideal for parties, gatherings, or a cozy night in. With only 100 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the rich flavors of fresh ingredients. The combination of extra-firm silken tofu and ripe Hass avocado creates a smooth texture that is both satisfying and nutritious. The addition of young green beans and baby lima beans adds a unique twist, providing a boost of protein and fiber.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the zesty kick from fresh lemon or lime juice and the vibrant heat from chunky no-sugar hot tomato salsa. Whether you serve it as an antipasti, starter, or snack, this low-fat veggie guacamole is sure to be a hit. So grab your food processor and get ready to create a dip that’s not only good for you but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • ounces extra tofu crumbled drained
  • ounces baby lima beans dried frozen shelled cooked (do not use , lima beans)
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • ounces green beans whole frozen thawed trimmed (or small green beans, )
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • small haas avocados pitted ripe peeled cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar hot

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Drain the beans well and transfer them to a food processor (not a blender), along with the avocado, tofu, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and cumin. Process the mixture until smooth, stopping the machine a couple of times to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  2. Add the salsa and pulse the mixture just until it is all mixed in. Taste fore seasoning (add more citrus juice or salsa to your taste, if you like.
  3. Transfer to a covered bowl and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories100kcal
Protein11.88%
Fat35.43%
Carbs52.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.89
Glycemic Load
4.97
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.9352174323538%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:100.1kcal
5%
Fat:4.21g
6.47%
Saturated Fat:0.62g
3.9%
Carbohydrates:14.08g
4.69%
Net Carbohydrates:10.99g
4%
Sugar:7.46g
8.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:304.33mg
13.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.17g
6.35%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.38%
Vitamin K:13.93µg
13.27%
Fiber:3.09g
12.35%
Vitamin C:10.19mg
12.35%
Folate:32.63µg
8.16%
Potassium:273.63mg
7.82%
Copper:0.15mg
7.48%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.93%
Magnesium:26.77mg
6.69%
Iron:1.15mg
6.39%
Phosphorus:60.37mg
6.04%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.62%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.54%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.42%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.42%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.39%
Vitamin A:199.5IU
3.99%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.97%
Calcium:23.28mg
2.33%