Recipes
- Smart Endive and Walnut Appetizers
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- Submitted By: Patty Mastracco
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These leafy green specialties serve as a sophisticated appetizer. Opt for a creamy white bean spread that’s high in flavor and low in saturated fat – a great way to start a special evening.
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- Servings: 30
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: N/A
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- Low Calorie Vegetarian Quick
- Ingredients
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1 (15-oz.) can cannelini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
30 Belgian endive leaves
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- Directions
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- Puree beans, garlic, oil and lemon juice in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Add basil and pulse on and off until basil is finely chopped. (May be made a couple days ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve.)
- Spoon equal amounts into endive leaves and top with walnuts and bell pepper.
Nutrition
- Calories: 30
- Total Fat: 1.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
