2teaspoonsdried Italian seasoning or herbs de Provence
1/2teaspoononion salt
1/4teaspoonBlack pepper
1/4teaspoonpaprika or cayenne pepper
1/4cupLemon juice freshly squeezed
1tablespoonolive oil
Fresh vegetables such as celery stickscarrots, broccoli florets, button mushrooms, cauliflower florets
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the beans, tofu, garlic, seasoning, salt, pepper and paprika. Add lemon juice and oil through the shoot and process until smooth.
Transfer to a serving dish and cover. Allow to stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve with the fresh vegetables.
Remove from refrigerator 35 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition information: 223 calories per 1/4 cup serving; 3.8g fat; 87mg sodium; 33.9g carbohydrates; 14.7g protein.