Split Pea Guacamole

Course: Appetizers / Snacks
Difficulty: Easy
Pulse Type: Dry Peas
Specialty Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup split peas dried
  • 3 cups water
  • lime juice of one
  • 2 avocado ripe; cut in half, pit removed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp jalapeno pepper diced
  • 3 tbsp onion red; diced
  • 3/4 cup cilantro freshly chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse the split peas and place in a small pot. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for 35 minutes. Drain excess water if necessary. Transfer the split pea mixture to a food processor or blender. Add the lime juice and puree until creamy. Transfer the pea mixture to a bowl and let cool.
  2. Scoop out the avocado flesh and place in a large bowl. Smash the avocados with a fork and stir in the split peas mixture, garlic, jalapeno, onion, and cilantro. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Serve with tortilla chips.