Avocado-Mint Dip

Recipe from Ilene Rosen and Donna Gelb

Adapted by Melissa Clark

Avocado-Mint Dip
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
10 minutes
Rating
4(178)
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This luscious dip has a velvety smooth texture and a fresh herbal bite. You can substitute any other herbs for the mint; cilantro makes it somewhat guacamole-like, while chives add their allium sweetness, and basil is sharp and bright. Serve with crudités or heap on toasted bread to make crostini. —Melissa Clark

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Ingredients

Yield:1¼ cups
  • 1large ripe avocado
  • 5teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • Sea salt, to taste
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2.5 servings)

166 calories; 15 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 10 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 10 grams carbohydrates; 7 grams dietary fiber; 1 gram sugars; 2 grams protein; 273 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pit the avocado and scoop the flesh into the bowl of a food processor or into a blender. Add the lemon juice, mint, cayenne and ¼ cup water and pulse to purée. If desired, add more water to thin the dip. Add salt to taste.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. This is best served on the day it is made.

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Comments

Charles

Somehow I think I want some lime juice in there! Perhaps some red pepper flakes might give a another look as well. Thanks for the inspiration!!

MAbroad

Deliciously fresh twist on avocado dip. I added a bit more lemon to kick up the tanginess.

Irene

Under "Nutritional Onformation," it says 2 servings of 208 cal each.

Walter

Maybe swap lime juice for some of the lemon; or one less tsp lemon juice. Otherwise good recipe.

LindaL

Quite good. Agree with others, no water needed. would consider a little yogurt or buttermilk next time.

rv

I replaced the 1/4 cup water with 1/4 cup of butter buttermilk. It was a hit.

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Credits

Adapted from "Saladish" by Ilene Rosen with Donna Gelb (Artisan, 2018)

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