AVOCADO DIP

Avocado is a great source of monounsaturated oleic acid which helps control the “bad” LDL cholesterol and increases the level of “good” LDL cholesterol. Avocados also contain vitamin E, folate, potassium, phytosterols and dietary fibre. Although, avocado is high in fat and calorie, its monounsaturated fatty acid helps to burn energy slowly and does not store it as fat. It also keeps you satiated or satisfied full for a long time.

Version 1

INGREDIENTS:

• Ripe avocado  -  1 
• Cream -  1 tbsp.
• Garlic -   4-5 flakes
• Green chillies  -   2
• Lemon juice -  1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves  -  2 tbsp
• Salt and Pepper powder to taste.

METHOD:

Add all the ingredients except coriander into a blender and blend until smooth. Add lemon juice and stir. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with Grilled Vegetables.

Version 2

INGREDIENTS:

• Ripe Avocado, chopped fine -    1
• Onion, chopped fine -  1 medium
• Garlic, chopped fine -   3 - 4
• Green chillies, chopped fine -   2
• Fresh coriander leaves chopped fine -  2 tbsp.
• Low fat Yogurt, whisked -   2 -3 tbsp.
• Salt to taste       

METHOD:

Mix avocado pulp, onion, garlic, green chillies, coriander leaves, yogurt and salt in a bowl. Blend it well with a wooden spatula or use a wire Wisk. It will not have a smooth consistency as all the ingredients except yogurt are chopped. This dip goes well with breadsticks, nachos or baked chips.

CONTRIBUTED BY

Priya Sushilkumar is a Reebok certified Aerobics instructor. Certified in Aqua Aerobics, Pilates and Personal Training through FISAF-Singapore and a certified Trainer in Kickboxing from Savage Fighting Arts. Currently, pursuing Personal Trainer Program from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).