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Pea Guacamole

Check out this tasty, bright, and satisfying guacamole that put the humble green pea in the leading role.

Yield
12 servings
Ingredients
2 cups peas (frozen, thawed)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
4 ounces green chiles (canned, drained, diced)
3 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
1 clove garlic (fresh, minced)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
salt (to taste)
Steps

1. Mash peas until smooth. 

2. Add the lime juice, tomato, onion, green chilies, cilantro, garlic, salt (if using), and black pepper. Mix well. 

3. Serve with an assortment of raw vegetables and whole-grain tortilla chips. 

Meal Type: Snack
Category: 30 Minutes or Less, Kid-Friendly
Food group: Vegetables