Mock Guacamole Green Peas
Brighten up your snack game with this unique and vibrant Mock Guacamole made from green peas! This refreshing twist on the classic avocado-based dip is creamy, zesty, and packed with flavor, featuring tender green peas blended with lime juice, cilantro, and just the right kick of jalapeño. Enhanced with aromatic cumin and optional pops of tomato and red onion, this healthy, budget-friendly alternative to traditional guacamole is perfect for those watching their avocado intake or seeking something new. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick appetizer or party accompaniment. Serve it up with crispy tortilla chips, crunchy veggie sticks, or use it as a flavorful spread for sandwiches and wraps!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small small tomato (optional, diced)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (optional, finely chopped)
- as needed tortilla chips or veggies (for serving)
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen green peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender and bright green.
Drain the peas and immediately transfer them to an ice bath (a bowl of ice water). Let them cool for 1-2 minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a food processor, combine the cooked green peas, lime juice, garlic clove, cilantro leaves, and jalapeño pepper (seeded if you prefer less heat). Blend until the mixture starts to come together.
While the food processor is running, drizzle in the olive oil. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander (if using), salt, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth but still has some texture.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed (add more lime juice, salt, or cumin to balance the flavors).
If desired, fold in the diced tomato and finely chopped red onion for added texture and flavor.
Transfer the mock guacamole to a serving bowl and garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired.
Serve with tortilla chips, fresh veggie sticks, or use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1837 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
